Bollywood Quote by Jeetendra
“Farz' proved to be a flop for the first 10 weeks. I remember buying tickets worth Rs 5000 myself, just so the film would run in theatres longer. And in the 11th week the film miraculously picked up and ran for 50 weeks!”
About This Quote
Source Film Industry Anecdote, Indian cinema, 1990s, personal recollection on Farz'
The film Farz' initially failed but later succeeded after personal investment, illustrating how persistence can turn a flop into a long‑running hit
In simple terms: Initial failure turned into success after dedication
Key Takeaway
Persistence can revive a failing project
Themes
film
persistence
investment
turnaround
audience
industry
Mood
optimistic
determined
Type
anecdotal
motivational
When to use this quote
- film release
- box office performance
- personal financing
- promotional events
Key Concepts
risk management
marketing strategy
audience engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivated you to invest personally?
- How might different marketing have changed the outcome?
A Different Perspective
Success may also depend on external factors like timing or market trends
