Mumbai, May 27 -- In the ever-shifting landscape of Indian cinema, where Bollywood films struggle to capture audience attention, Bhool Chuk Maaf has emerged yet again with massive success, defying all expectations. At a time when most big, mid, and small-scale productions are struggling to make an impact at the box office, this film has managed to draw crowds. Not just any crowds, but entire families.

Interestingly, before the film's release, naysayers had already written it off, citing its modest scale and perceived lack of mass appeal. In fact, when rumours swirled that the makers were considering a direct OTT release, many assumed the film lacked theatrical merit. But Bhool Chuk Maaf's opening numbers astonished even trade pundits. Ad...