Alia Bhatt’s latest film ‘Jigra’, which released on October 11, has become the center of controversy. While the film has received mixed reviews, actress Divya Khosla Kumar stirred up social media by alleging that Alia Bhatt boosted her movie’s collections by purchasing tickets herself. Divya shared a picture of an empty theater and accused Alia of falsely reporting collections.
The debate around ‘Jigra’ has intensified, with many comparing it to Divya’s film ‘Savi’ released earlier this year. The controversy has also drawn attention from netizens, with heated discussions on social platforms.
Divya Shares Photo of Empty Theater, Sparks Controversy
In an Instagram story, Divya Khosla posted a picture showing empty seats in a PVR City Mall theater where ‘Jigra’ was screening. She claimed that most theaters running the film were empty and accused Alia Bhatt of inflating box office numbers. In a sarcastic caption, Divya hinted that Alia bought tickets herself to fake a higher collection. She further criticized the media for not reporting on this issue.
Divya had earlier spoken about her film ‘Savi’ and the similarities with ‘Jigra.’ While she acknowledged that both films revolve around family struggles, she said that every film follows its path, expressing satisfaction with her work.
Comparison of ‘Jigra’ and ‘Savi’
‘Savi,’ starring Divya Khosla Kumar, Anil Kapoor, and Harshvardhan Rane, is a crime thriller set in Liverpool. The plot follows Savi’s efforts to prove her husband’s innocence after he is falsely accused of murder. Inspired by the legend of Savitri and Satyavan, the movie focuses on a woman’s relentless fight to free her husband from prison.
On the other hand, ‘Jigra’ features Alia Bhatt in the role of a determined sister trying to save her brother from a similar situation. Although the storylines of both films are distinct, the resemblance in their themes has led to comparisons, with fans speculating that the controversy may stem from rivalry between the two films.
Mixed Reviews and Slow Start for ‘Jigra’
Despite high expectations from fans, ‘Jigra’ had a slow start, earning Rs 4.25-4.50 crores on its opening day. The movie, made with a budget of Rs 9 crores, is expected to perform better over the weekend. However, Divya’s allegations have raised questions about the authenticity of the reported collections.
Adding to the buzz, Kangana Ranaut also commented on the controversy, taking a dig at Alia. Kangana posted on social media, saying, “When you make women-centric films and try to force them to work, they don’t.”
Social Media Reacts to Divya’s Claims
After Divya’s post went viral, netizens shared mixed opinions. Some users speculated that Divya’s comments might be driven by jealousy due to the similarities between ‘Savi’ and ‘Jigra.’ Others criticized the media for ignoring Divya’s allegations. A few users joked about whether Ranbir Kapoor, Alia’s husband, would respond to the controversy.
‘Jigra’ and ‘Savi’ have now become the subject of intense debate, with fans closely watching how the collections progress in the coming days. The controversy around ticket sales and box office figures has added drama to the already competitive Bollywood landscape.
