‘Now She’s Been Put in Her Place’: Farah Khan Recalls Industry’s Dark Side
Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan recently revealed the harsh criticism and surprising reactions she faced within Bollywood following the disappointing box office performance of her 2010 film Tees Maar Khan. In a candid YouTube vlog filmed at the home of actor Rakul Preet Singh and producer Jackky Bhagnani, Farah shared that some industry insiders openly celebrated the film’s failure.
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“In our industry, more than being happy for your success, people are happier for others’ failure,” Farah explained. “I remember when Tees Maar Khan was released, there was literally a celebration in the film industry. People I had worked with were saying things like, ‘Ab aayi na line pe’ (Now she’s been put in her place).”
Tees Maar Khan, a star-studded heist comedy starring Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif, was released amid high expectations. The film, which follows a con artist who pretends to be a famous film director to dupe a village into helping him rob a treasure-laden train, was initially praised for its catchy songs like “Sheila Ki Jawani.” However, it failed to impress critics and underperformed at the box office.
Despite the early criticism, Farah revealed that the film has found a cult following among younger audiences today. “Tees Maar Khan is a legend with Gen Z. They don’t care for my other films. They think that Tees Maar Khan is the one,” she said.
The filmmaker’s reflections highlight the often ruthless nature of the Bollywood industry and how public and peer perceptions can shift over time. Farah Khan’s ability to embrace the film’s evolving legacy underscores the unpredictable nature of cinematic success.
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