Vicky Kaushal's 'Sam Bahadur': First Review, Advance Booking Insights, and the Impact on the Box Office Against 'Animal'

This forthcoming Friday promises a riveting clash at the box office as two highly-anticipated films, 'Animal' starring Ranbir Kapoor and 'Sam Bahadur' featuring Vicky Kaushal, are set to hit theaters. While 'Animal' has generated considerable buzz, 'Sam Bahadur' is capturing attention with substantial advance bookings, indicating a promising debut.

Lots of love, honour, and respect—here's a glimpse into all the emotions that unfolded at the special screening of Sam Bahadur in Delhi. 🇮🇳🫡#Samबहादुर in cinemas 1.12.2023!Advance Booking Now Open!🔗- https://t.co/jR9yMRfVU3 🔗- https://t.co/BKocvN1uUa pic.twitter.com/arzPW2MIms

— Meghna Gulzar (@meghnagulzar) November 29, 2023

In 'Sam Bahadur,' Vicky Kaushal once again steps into the shoes of an army officer. Despite the film's buzz being slightly overshadowed by 'Animal,' meticulous scrutiny of the advance bookings suggests that 'Sam Bahadur' is on the verge of a commendable opening.

Some of my friends saw #SamBahadur yesterday at a special screening in DelhiThey said that - “Manekshaw transcended being merely an individual, he represented an idea, embodying nationalism, valor, and resilience. His larger-than-life presence defies easy definition. In the… pic.twitter.com/YCsjAr0r4a

— Lt Col Amol Awate(Veteran),IAS🇮🇳 (@AmolAwate79) November 29, 2023

Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, 'Sam Bahadur' stands out not only for its compelling narrative but also for being crafted at nearly half the budget of 'Animal.' With a production cost of approximately 50 crores, the film is currently undergoing advance bookings on around 2500 screens. Latest figures reveal a robust 38,556 tickets sold through advance bookings, amassing an impressive 1.24 crores. Notably, 'Sam Bahadur' is slated for a Hindi-only release, a strategic move that might amplify its impact.

Directed by Meghna Gulzar, 'Sam Bahadur' unfolds as a biopic chronicling the life of India's first Field Marshal, Sam Manekshaw. Vicky Kaushal, in the lead role, brings to life the remarkable journey of this military icon. The movie's premiere unfolded on Wednesday, with Sunny Kaushal, Vicky's brother, gracing the event.

Sunny Kaushal took to social media to share his thoughts on 'Sam Bahadur,' expressing profound admiration for Vicky's stellar performance. In a detailed Instagram story, Sunny showered the film with extensive praise, terming it "amazing." He conveyed gratitude to Meghna Gulzar for her contribution, commending her for the nuanced depiction of Sam Manekshaw's life.

To the man , the legend, the Field MarshalSam Bahadur At the special premiere of #SamBahadur This movie will win your hearts Super Performance @vickykaushal09 God Bless 🙌 pic.twitter.com/8i8B2eN7LB

— Major Pawan Kumar, Shaurya Chakra (Retd) 🇮🇳 (@major_pawan) November 28, 2023

Sunny's Instagram stories featured a comprehensive note applauding the film's brilliance and expressing gratitude to the entire team. He particularly praised the performances of Sanya Malhotra and Fatima Sana Sheikh before shifting his focus to his brother, Vicky Kaushal. Sunny highlighted Vicky's outstanding portrayal of Sam, emphasizing the depth of passion and dedication invested in bringing the narrative to life.

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