Just like the two previous installments – Ek Tha Tiger and Tiger Zinda Hai – the film focuses on a new mission involving RA&W agent Tiger (Salman) and ISI agent Zoya (Katrina Kaif)
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Mumbai
With ‘Tiger 3’, superstar Salman Khan registered his career’s biggest opening. The film minted Rs 44.50 crore on the release day i.e. November 12.
On seeing audience’s abundant love for ‘Tiger 3’, Salman expressed his gratitude. “I’m delighted with the response from the audience and fans for Tiger 3! They have given the film a brilliant start and I’m happy that the third part of this franchise is also scripting a success story. Tiger is a franchise that is close to my heart. So, to see it get more and more love film after film is really special. I hope the film continues to entertain audiences worldwide,” he said.
Helmed by Maneesh Sharma, ‘Tiger 3’ also stars Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi in the lead roles. ‘Tiger 3’ is the third installment of the Tiger franchise and a part of the YRF Spy Universe with the likes of War and Pathaan. Interestingly, it also has cameo appearances of Shah Rukh Khan and a post-credit scene featuring Hrithik Roshan.
Just like the two previous installments – Ek Tha Tiger and Tiger Zinda Hai – the film focuses on a new mission involving RA&W agent Tiger (Salman) and ISI agent Zoya (Katrina Kaif).
The first part ‘Ek Tha Tiger’, which came in 2012, was directed by Kabir Khan. In 2017, the franchise expanded with ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’. The second part was directed by Ali Abbas Zafar.
Prior to the film’s release, In an interview with Variety, Salman recalled shooting the most challenging aspect of the ‘Tiger 3’ shoot. He shared, “The bike chasing scene was the toughest – I think! It was a massive block of shoot and it had to be impactful so Maneesh [director Maneesh Sharma] and I discussed this at length and then collectively we all worked towards achieving this,” he said during an exclusive conversation with Variety.
The actor further shared, “I quite enjoyed shooting for ‘Leke Prabhu Ka Naam’ in Cappadocia. It is a dance track that I personally love. Katrina and I have been fortunate to have chartbusters that have entertained people across the world and now, ‘Leke Prabhu Ka Naam’ is another track added to that list.”
‘Tiger 3’ is roaring at the box office and Katrina Kaif could not be more happier. “It’s truly delightful to witness the widespread entertainment that Tiger 3 is bringing to people across the nation this Diwali. It’s amazing to see audiences from all corners of the country joyfully dancing in the theatres! The enthusiasm, cheers, and whistles from the audience reflect the incredible time they are having at the cinemas during this festive season,” Katrina expressed her happiness.
Helmed by Maneesh Sharma, ‘Tiger 3’ stars Salman, Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi in the lead roles. In the film, Katrina reprises her role of Zoya. The film minted Rs 44.50 crore on the release day i.e. November 12. It has collected Rs 148.50 crore so far.
On this huge success, Katrina further said, “As someone dedicated to providing entertainment, this holds immense significance for me. I take great pride in Tiger 3 and I am elated that each film in this franchise has created enduring memories for the audience to cherish. This year has been phenomenal for Hindi cinema, and I am thrilled that Tiger 3 is being enjoyed by audiences in the theatres.”
Katrina’s performance in the film undoubtedly left fans in awe — especially her towel fight scene.
Actor Emraan Hashmi also opened up about playing an antagonist in the movie ‘Tiger 3’, and what made him say “yes” to this role. He told ANI, “After the lockdown, I got a call from the casting director Shanoo Sharma, ‘Do you like to have a coffee with Maneesh Sharma’. I reached there, and he asked, we are looking for casting an antagonist for ‘Tiger 3’.”
He added that it was not initially easy for him to accept the role as there is a preconceived notion about an antagonist. “I was skeptical initially because when you hear of antagonist there is a preconceived notion but when I heard the script I found a depth in the character and there are many shades to it which I liked it and thus I said yes to it.”
Emraan is known for playing romantic roles and playing this character gave him an opportunity to show a different side of him as an actor.
When asked about the kind of roles he is looking at and the reason for being selective in choosing his projects, he said, “I have been getting similar kinds of roles. But after a time there is a saturation point and you feel like changing your on-screen image. That is what happened with me and thus I became selective when it comes to choosing projects.”
