This dramedy has two biggest stars of Bollywood, and despite positive audience reactions, the film couldn't become a blockbuster and ended up as an average
Multi-starrer or two-hero films were not produced much in 2000 as compared to the 1990s or years before. Fans love watching their favourite actors together. However, there have been instances when even an ensemble film failed. Today, we will discuss a film that had 3 stars, it reunited two fan-favourite actors after six years, it had popular music, and yet when the film was released, it failed at the box office leaving fans shocked.
1. Akshay Kumar and John Abraham's Desi Boyz
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Akshay Kumar and John Abraham's dramedy Desi Boyz was the directorial debut of David Dhawan's younger son, Rohit Dhawan. It also starred Deepika Padukone and Chitrangda Singh in key roles with Sanjay Dutt in an extended cameo.
2. Desi Boyz reunited Akshay Kumar and John Abraham after years
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The two leads of Desi Boyz- Akshay Kumar and John Abraham reunited six years after their first hit Garam Masala (2005). After Desi Boyz, they were seen in Housefull 2, which was a blockbuster.
3. Actors who rejected Desi Boyz
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As per the media reports, Sonam Kapoor was first approached to star opposite John. However, she rejected the film, and then the role was offered to Anushka Sharma. Even Anushka rejected the film, and then Chitrangda was roped in.
4. Box office collection of Desi Boyz
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Desi Boyz was released in cinemas on November 25, 2011, and earned mixed reviews from critics. Made in a reported budget of Rs 65 crores, the film grossed Rs 77 crores worldwide. As per Sacnilk and Box Office India, the film was termed 'Flop' at the box office.
5. Sequel to Desi Boyz?
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Despite Desi Boyz's failure at the box office, a sequel to the film was announced in 2023. Producer Anand Pandit announced that he's making Desi Boyz 2 with a new cast.
