Film Release Date Rescheduled
As anticipated, the release of ‘Bhool Chook Maaf’, featuring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi, has been delayed to May 9, 2025, which is a month later than its initial schedule. The film was originally set to premiere on April 10, coinciding with Sunny Deol’s ‘Jaat’, but the producers opted to steer clear of a box office clash with this high-profile action film.
In an official statement on Instagram, Maddock Films shared:
"Ranjan and Titli got stuck in their haldi. Will their wedding day ever come? We will find out on 9th May. Forgive me for any mistakes, in all the theatres."
Concern Over Screen Availability: The buzz surrounding ‘Jaat’ has been significant, especially following the success of Gadar 2, which has revitalized Sunny Deol’s career. Competing against such a film could limit the number of screens and audience access for Bhool Chook Maaf.
Budget Considerations: ‘Jaat’ is a high-budget mass entertainer, whereas ‘Bhool Chook Maaf’ is a mid-budget comedy-drama. Smaller films often face challenges when going up against larger action spectacles.
Advantage of a Solo Release: By rescheduling to May 9, Bhool Chook Maaf now stands a better chance of succeeding without direct competition.
‘Bhool Chook Maaf’: This lighthearted comedy-drama is directed and penned by Karan Sharma, featuring a talented ensemble cast that includes Seema Pahwa, Zakir Hussain, Raghubir Yadav, Sanjay Mishra, and others.
‘Jaat’: An action-packed drama starring Sunny Deol, which is anticipated to dominate the box office due to his resurgence following Gadar 2.
While some might interpret this as Rajkummar Rao avoiding a direct confrontation with Sunny Deol, it is, in fact, a calculated strategy aimed at enhancing box office performance. Consequently, Jaat will have a solo release on April 10, while Bhool Chook Maaf will have a more favorable opportunity for success in May.
