Overview

• Industry tracker Sacnilk reports a theatrical gross of about Rs 56 crore against an Rs 80 crore budget, confirming Jigra’s box-office failure.
• Karan Johar describes the project as a “success story” for its stylistic risks and says he would produce another film with Vasan Bala without hesitation.
• Director Vasan Bala accepts personal responsibility for the low turnout and is analysing why audiences stayed away.
• Lead actress Alia Bhatt says the underperformance has given her fresh energy and ambition for her next creative ventures.
• Now streaming on Netflix, Jigra’s digital release and critical accolades could reshape its long-term reputation beyond theatrical returns.