In a strategic move, Warner Bros. has announced a revised release date for the highly anticipated film ‘Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom.’ Originally slated for a Christmas Day release, the sequel to the underwater epic will now hit Indian theaters on December 21, a day ahead of its scheduled release in the West on December 22.
This decision ensures that ‘Aquaman 2’ avoids a direct clash with Shah Rukh Khan’s much-anticipated Bollywood venture, ‘Dunki,’ which is set to captivate audiences on December 22.
The announcement follows Warner Bros.’ unveiling of a captivating new poster for ‘Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom.’ The film promises an action-packed return to the underwater world, with Jason Momoa reprising his role as the titular hero. Joining the star-studded cast are Amber Heard, Nicole Kidman, Temuera Morrison, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Patrick Wilson, Dolph Lundgren, Indya Moore, and Jani Zhao.
However, this strategic shift in release dates sets the stage for a clash with Prabhas’ much-anticipated ‘Salaar,’ scheduled for a US premiere on December 21. The film boasts a runtime of 2 hours and 50 minutes and is expected to be a significant milestone in the South Indian film industry.
As the entertainment industry braces for these clashes, all eyes are on how ‘Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom’ will fare at the box office against the Bollywood heavyweight, Shah Rukh Khan. Recent box office trends, such as the Marvel superhero film ‘The Marvels’ struggling against Salman Khan’s ‘Tiger 3,’ raise questions about the potential success of Hollywood releases in the Indian market.
With the stage set for an epic showdown between these cinematic giants, audiences eagerly await the December releases to unfold in theaters across the country. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting clash of titans at the box office.
