Shah Rukh Khan’s Ra One Flop Left Me Broken: Anubhav Sinha’s Shocking Confession
Anubhav Sinha opens up about Ra One’s failure and his distance from Shah Rukh Khan.
The release of a film marks the moment it passes from the hands of its creators to the judgment of its audience. For directors, producers, and actors, this transition can bring triumph or heartbreak. Acclaimed filmmaker Anubhav Sinha, known for socially impactful films like Mulk, Thappad, and Article 15, recently shared the profound emotional impact of the 2011 box-office failure of Ra One, a high-profile project starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan. In a candid interview, Sinha also reflected on his relationship with Khan and the reasons behind their lack of collaboration since.
The Emotional Fallout of Ra One
In a conversation on the YouTube channel Ulta Chasma UC, Sinha opened up about the pain of Ra One’s commercial and critical disappointment. “I meet a lot of people who now tell me they like Ra One, but at that time [2011], the film was declared a flop,” he said. “I made a film with Shah Rukh Khan, and it was a flop, and people didn’t like it at that time. That film broke me emotionally. It took time for me to recover from that.” The ambitious sci-fi venture, which aimed to push the boundaries of Indian cinema with its visual effects, failed to resonate with audiences upon release, leaving a lasting impact on the director.
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Admiration for Shah Rukh Khan
Despite the film’s failure, Sinha expressed deep respect for Shah Rukh Khan, both as an actor and as a person. “I value him more than a star and an actor,” he remarked. “Even if I don’t work with him ever, knowing him as a person is enough for me; you learn a lot from him.” Sinha highlighted Khan’s passion, compassion, and grounded nature, noting that despite his superstardom, the actor retains a relatable, middle-class mindset. This personal connection underscores the significance of their collaboration, even if it did not yield the desired success.
Why No Further Collaborations?
Addressing the absence of further projects with Khan, Sinha clarified that it was not due to any lingering resentment over Ra One. Instead, he attributed it to practical reasons. “I don’t have a story for the actor, and Khan might also not have time for me,” he explained. However, he expressed openness to future collaborations, stating, “I would love to work with him.” The lack of a suitable script and scheduling constraints, rather than any fallout, have kept the duo from reuniting on screen.
A Filmmaker’s Resilience
For Sinha, the failure of Ra One was a painful chapter, but it did not define his career. He went on to deliver critically acclaimed films that tackled pressing social issues, cementing his reputation as a filmmaker of substance. His reflections on Ra One reveal the vulnerability behind the creative process and the enduring lessons learned from setbacks. As Sinha continues to create impactful cinema, his story serves as a reminder that even in failure, there is room for growth, connection, and hope for future triumphs.
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