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Clash of the Titans: When South films faced off against Hindi films at the box office

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Oct 18, 2023, 23:00 IST
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​Clash of the Titans: When South films faced off against Hindi films at the box office

In the world of cinema, competition is fierce, and when two blockbuster films clash at the box office, it's an event that fans eagerly anticipate. South Indian cinema has been on a meteoric rise as the Pan India release trend hits a high. It's not uncommon to see South films competing head-to-head with Bollywood releases. This feature explores past and upcoming battles where South films faced off against Hindi films, creating a cinematic spectacle that left audiences on the edge of their seats.

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​Leo - Bloody Sweet vs Ganapath

We are going to witness a clash of two highly anticipated films - "Leo - Bloody Sweet" and "Ganapath." While Leo, a Tamil action thriller, showcases the mesmerizing charisma of its leading actor, Thalapathy Vijay, Ganapath, stars Tiger Shroff in a power-packed role. The clash is symbolic of the increasing popularity of South Indian cinema and should spawn a fierce fan competition between supporters of both these stars.

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​KGF vs Zero

"KGF" and "Zero" set the stage for one of the most significant film clashes in recent years. The Kannada blockbuster, "KGF," featuring Yash, pitted against Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's "Zero." The battle created a storm at the box office and brought to the forefront the prowess of South Indian cinema on a global scale.

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​Sivaji: The Boss vs Jhoom Barabar Jhoom

Back in 2007, the release of Rajinikanth's "Sivaji: The Boss" clashed with the Hindi film "Jhoom Barabar Jhoom." The 'Thalaiva' mania was pitted against the star-studded cast of the Bollywood flick featuring Abhishek Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan and Preity Zinta. This clash remains etched in history as a testament to Rajinikanth's legendary status and the evergreen appeal of his films.

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​Salaar vs Dunki

The upcoming clash between "Salaar" and "Dunki" promises to be a battle royale at the box office. "Salaar" is a multi-lingual Pan India film featuring Prabhas in a power-packed role, while "Dunki" is a Hindi drama that brings together Shah Rukh Khan and Rajkumar Hirani. Fans are eagerly awaiting this face-off between South Indian and Hindi cinema's leading actors.

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Singham Again vs Pushpa 2

The clash of "Singham Again" and "Pushpa 2" is set to be a highlight of the coming year. Ajay Devgn's "Singham" franchise goes head-to-head with the blockbuster "Pushpa 2," starring Allu Arjun. It's a battle of iconic action heroes, and fans on both sides of the spectrum are gearing up for a showdown like never before.

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typically South films have meaningless emotions and overacting.
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