Ahead of the highly anticipated release of their film Baby John, Varun Dhawan, Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi, and director Atlee were spotted at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain. The team made a spiritual stop at this revered site, seeking blessings for the film’s success. This visit came just a day before Baby John was set to hit cinemas on December 25.
Varun Dhawan, known for his action-packed roles, will be seen in a new avatar in Baby John, and the excitement surrounding the film is growing rapidly. At the temple, the stars participated in the aarti ceremony, a traditional Hindu prayer ritual, and offered their prayers to Lord Shiva. The presence of Atlee and his wife alongside the cast added to the significance of the visit.
Varun Dhawan’s Thoughts After Prayers
Speaking to the media after the prayers, Varun Dhawan shared his feelings about the visit. He expressed, “It was a very good feeling offering prayers here at the temple. God is bigger than the film. I just prayed that people go and watch the movie.” His words reflected a sense of humility and gratitude as he hoped for a successful release for Baby John.
About the Film ‘Baby John’
Baby John is set to release on December 25 and is one of the most talked-about films this holiday season. Directed by Kalees, the movie is an adaptation of Atlee’s popular 2016 Tamil film Theri. While the original film was a big hit in Tamil cinema, Baby John brings its story to Bollywood with a few changes. Varun Dhawan takes on the lead role of Baby John, while the film also features Keerthy Suresh and Wamiqa Gabbi in key roles. The legendary Jackie Shroff will be playing the antagonist in this action-packed thriller.
One of the major highlights of Baby John is that it marks Keerthy Suresh’s debut in Bollywood, making her role even more exciting for fans. As the film gears up for its release, it has created a lot of buzz among the audience, who are eager to see the fresh combination of action, drama, and emotion.
Competition from ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’
Despite the high anticipation for Baby John, the film will face stiff competition at the box office, especially from Pushpa 2: The Rule. The sequel to the successful Pushpa is already dominating the cinemas, breaking records, and attracting huge audiences with Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil in the lead. However, Baby John is still expected to draw in large crowds, thanks to its exciting action sequences and star-studded cast.
According to Sacnilk, advance ticket sales for Baby John have been moderate, with about 50,000 tickets sold so far, earning ₹2 crore in advance bookings. Though the film still has time to pick up momentum, it faces a tough challenge from its competitors.
Varun Dhawan Talks About ‘Baby John’ and Its Adaptation
During a press event, Varun Dhawan spoke about the film’s connection to Theri, emphasizing that Baby John is not a direct remake. He explained, “When Atlee came with this film, there was a reason behind it, and he said that we had to change a lot of the geography of the film. We have to use it as an adaptation and not really a proper remake, and I think that’s what’s done.” This statement made it clear that while the core of the story remains the same, the movie has been adapted to suit the Bollywood audience and setting.
Baby John is all set to bring action and excitement to the big screen this festive season, and with the blessings of Lord Shiva at Mahakaleshwar Temple, the team is hopeful for its success. As the film competes with other major releases, it will be interesting to see how it performs at the box office.
