5th April 2023, Mumbai: Indian cinema has been making its mark globally for quite some time now, and the latest milestone achieved by SS Rajamouli’s magnum opus RRR is proof of it. RRR, which stands for Roudram Ranam Rudhiram, has become the first Indian film to register over 1 million footfalls in Japan, according to the film’s official Twitter handle.
RRR is a period action drama film set in the pre-independence era, starring Ram Charan and Jr NTR in lead roles, with Alia Bhatt and Ajay Devgn in supporting roles. The film was released on March 24, 2022, in various languages across India, including Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and Kannada. The film’s success at the box office was not limited to India, as it went on to break records internationally as well.
The news of RRR’s success in Japan was shared on the film’s official Twitter handle, which read, “We’re overjoyed to announce that #RRRMovie has registered over 1 million footfalls in Japan! We thank you all for making it a historic success!”
The film’s director, SS Rajamouli, also expressed his happiness on Twitter, stating, “Humbled by the love and support that #RRRMovie has been released in Japan. Thank you for making it the first Indian film to cross the 1 million footfall mark. #JaiJapan #JaiRRR.”
This achievement is not just a milestone for RRR but for Indian cinema as a whole. It showcases the growing popularity of Indian films in international markets, especially in countries like Japan, where the audience has a particular taste for action and period dramas. It also proves that good cinema can transcend language and cultural barriers and find a place in the hearts of people worldwide.
SS Rajamouli’s RRR is not the only Indian film to have made a mark in Japan. In recent years, films like Baahubali, Dangal, and Padmaavat have also received a great response from the Japanese audience. This success opens up new avenues for Indian filmmakers to explore and showcases the potential of Indian cinema in the global market.
In conclusion, RRR’s success in Japan is a moment of pride for the Indian film industry, and it highlights the growing popularity of Indian cinema on a global scale. SS Rajamouli’s vision and storytelling have found a new audience in Japan, and it is a testament to his talent and dedication as a filmmaker. The success of RRR in Japan will inspire filmmakers to make more films that can appeal to a global audience and put Indian cinema on the world map.