Shraddha Kapoor shatters records and soars past Priyanka Chopra to smash into the Top 5 Box Office Power Rankings

Shraddha Kapoor, who plays the lead role in Stree 3, has given the biggest hit of her career and it gives a big boost to her popularity. At present, she is the fifth most powerful heroine after Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Alia Bhatt. With Stree 2, the cumulative lifetime collections of her films have crossed that of Priyanka which is Rs. 1603.87 crores.

Shraddha Kapoor’s success also has a unique USP – she has managed to bring numbers without pairing opposite the three Khans. None of the actresses at the top can boast of this feat.

Trade veteran Taran Adarsh marvelled at her track record, “I always felt that she has not got the due. Now is the time for the media to realize her successful track record. After all, aisi success life mein bahut kam aati hai. It should be known to all, including those in the industry, that Shraddha has delivered those numbers.”

He further stated, “She’s very, very popular and her popularity has contributed (to hype around Stree 2). She is also very non-controversial. I have not heard a single controversy about her or that she was in the news for the wrong reasons. She has a spotless image. Otherwise, when you carry the baggage of ill-reputation, it might also impact (your track record).”

Trade analyst Atul Mohan noted, “If a film is hot, you surely benefit. Since Shraddha plays the title role, she would surely have the benefit.”

Distributor and exhibitor Raj Bansal, however, was not sure if she would become the next big thing, “She will of course benefit since Stree 2 is such a huge blockbuster. But aisa nahin ki bahut zyada kamaal ho jaayega(for her).”

Girish Johar, producer and film business analyst, however, said, “Shraddha Kapoor is a huge star. She has managed to create a specific standing in the industry as she strives to do something different, that too in a commercial cinema setup. She played great characters in Aashiqui 2, Ek Villain, Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar etc. She has a huge draw and is definitely in the top 5. The industry is aware of it. It is often said that if you cast her and a popular young actor, you can easily pass the Friday test, that is, fetch a decent opening.”

He observed, “She is hand-picking her films very smartly. Also, she is not seen in a lot of events. Hence, she is a mix of Ranbir Kapoor and Aamir Khan. Even Ranbir is not seen all the time and selects his films wisely.”

When asked about some viewers complaining that she had a lesser screen time, he replied, “It depends on the script. Screen time se koi fark nahin padta hai. It depends on what you bring to the table and whether you fulfil the expectations of the audience. And nobody is saying that it is not a Shraddha Kapoor film. She’s being talked about and that proves (that her performance has worked).”

Further explaining that screen time doesn’t matter, Girish Johar said, “Bobby Deol walked away with all the glory in Animal despite limited screen time. There can’t be a bigger example than that.”

All Time Top 6 Bollywood Actresses by box office (as of 24 Aug 2024) Deepika Padukone - 3,195.40 cr. Katrina Kaif - 3,130.66 cr. Kareena Kapoor Khan - 2,429.30 cr. Alia Bhatt - 1,800.03 cr. Shraddha Kapoor - 1,638.77 cr. Priyanka Chopra Jonas - 1,603.87 cr.

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