Box office figures diminish a film's value, says Arjun Kapoor

The debate on nepotism in Bollywood is far too stretched, says Arjun Kapoor. Why are we not surprised!

Actor Arjun Kapoor, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film Mubarakan, says that because of box office figures, a film's value gets diminished.

The year 2017 hasn't so far been much successful for Bollywood in terms of box office collections barring films like Badrinath Ki Dulhania and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion. Arjun was asked abouth the reason for the slump at the song launch of Mubarakan on Thursday, and he responded saying: "I feel that because of box office figures, a film's value gets diminished. There are various films that have done well, like Hindi Medium. So I hope at the end of this year, we will have more number of good films which will do good business”.



"We shouldn't compare films with last year's box office results. We should look at good things that are happening. Kaabil, Raees and Half Girlfriend also did good business and I feel hits and flops are part and parcel (of showbiz). The year still has six months left, so hopefully at the end of the year, we will have more successful films," Arjun added.

Arjun also said that the debate over nepotism is far too stretched now. Earlier this week, Ranbir Kapoor's cousin Aadar Jain was launched by Yash Raj Films at a gala event which later sparked a social media debate on nepotism. “This is something that is going on for too long. Our film industry is known for much better things and this is one debate we have been stretching like rubber.” Arjun commented.

He went on further, remarking the media should be more responsible: “I feel we should all move ahead of it. Anyone can come in this industry with family backup and all, but cannot exist because of that. A person exists in this industry because of his capabilities and the kind of work he has done. So, the media should also be responsible and move ahead, focus on good and relevant things that this industry is known for and not just one element that gives one headline."



The launch was also attended by Anil Kapoor, Ileana D'Cruz and Athiya Shetty. Anil, who is also Arjun's paternal uncle, danced at the song launch event and displayed funny antics, at which Arjun affectionately remarked: "Nowadays, I am seeing new colours of Anil chachu. While shooting the film, he was very disciplined and dedicated, but while promoting the film, he has become a different person altogether. I can see that he has enthusiasm like a newcomer who is promoting a film for the first time. This is the reason behind his youthfulness...."

Mubarakan is directed by Anees Bazmee, and is due to release on July 28.

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