diri-au.org – Fashion & Cultural Identity Commentary

India's official Oscar entry, 'Homebound', starring Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter, experienced a slow start at the domestic box office, collecting only Rs 80 lakh in its first two days. Despite critical buzz and star power, the film struggled to attract audiences, underperforming compared to a Hollywood release. Director Neeraj Ghaywan expressed pride in representing India on the global stage.

Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another,' starring Leonardo DiCaprio, premiered on September 26 to mixed reviews. The film, focusing on an immigration dispute turning personal, garnered low box office collections in India. DiCaprio reportedly received a $20 million fee for this, Anderson's first IMAX release. Read on to know more.