Superstar Salman Khan achieved his career’s most significant opening with ‘Tiger 3’. The movie raked in Rs 44.50 crore on its release day, November 12, and has amassed a total of Rs 148.50 crore to date. Witnessing the immense love from audiences for ‘Tiger 3′, Salman expressed his appreciation.
“I’m thrilled by the audience and fans’ response to Tiger 3! Their overwhelming support has given the film an exceptional start, and I’m elated that this installment of the franchise is also marking a triumph. The Tiger series holds a special place in my heart, so witnessing its growing admiration film after film is truly remarkable. I hope the movie continues to captivate audiences worldwide,” he shared.
Directed by Maneesh Sharma, ‘Tiger 3’ stars Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, and Emraan Hashmi in pivotal roles. This film marks the third chapter in the Tiger series and is part of the YRF Spy Universe, joining the ranks of War and Pathaan. Notably, it features cameo appearances by Shah Rukh Khan and a post-credit scene starring Hrithik Roshan.
Similar to its predecessors, ‘Ek Tha Tiger’ and ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’, the movie centers on a new mission involving RA&W agent Tiger (Salman) and ISI agent Zoya (Katrina Kaif).
In an interview with Variety before the film’s release, Salman reflected on the challenges faced during the making of ‘Tiger 3’. He mentioned, “The bike chasing scene was perhaps the most demanding! It required extensive shooting and had to leave a lasting impact. Maneesh and I extensively discussed this and collectively worked towards achieving our vision.”
He also expressed his enthusiasm for filming ‘Leke Prabhu Ka Naam’ in Cappadocia, calling it a dance track close to his heart. Salman and Katrina have been fortunate to deliver chartbusters that have entertained audiences worldwide, and ‘Leke Prabhu Ka Naam’ is another addition to that list.
When asked about what audiences can anticipate from the movie, Salman told Variety, “Audiences share a strong connection with Tiger, they’ve followed his journey, feel attached to the characters, and this time, the film delves into a more personal and emotional storyline. Moreover, releasing on Diwali, we hope audiences relish the cinematic spectacle and enjoy this entertainment extravaganza with their families in theaters.”