Bollywood’s reliance on sequels as guaranteed hits is fading as audiences demand more than just familiar brands. While some, like Gadar 2 and Tiger Zinda Hai, have succeeded through nostalgia and expanded universes, many others, including recent releases like War 2 and Housefull 5, have faltered due to weak scripts and brand fatigue.Are sequels still a guarantee of success in Bollywood?
Bollywood’s reliance on sequels as guaranteed hits is fading as audiences demand more than just familiar brands. While some, like Gadar 2 and Tiger Zinda Hai, have succeeded through nostalgia and expanded universes, many others, including recent releases like War 2 and Housefull 5, have faltered due to weak scripts and brand fatigue.