Vishwak Sen has had a rough run at the box office. Gangs of Godavari failed to click. Mechanic Rocky also ended as a flop.
And Laila went a step further; it turned out to be an epic disaster. After delivering back-to-back flops, Vishwak Sen has now stepped into the new year under serious pressure.
Recently, the actor openly admitted that he alone is responsible for the poor films he chose. Now, he is back in theatres with Funky.
The big question is simple: will this film put him back on the hit track?
Usually, even one flop is enough for audiences to start judging a hero’s future.
In Vishwak Sen’s case, that harsh verdict has not fully arrived yet; and that itself is a bit of luck. Despite repeated failures, a section of the audience still has some expectations from Funky.
The recently released trailer, with a few decent comedy moments, has given the actor some confidence.
But confidence alone is not enough. It has to convert into box-office success. Only then can Vishwak Sen move ahead and sign more films without difficulty.
The industry situation is also not in his favour. OTT prices have dropped sharply. Producers are being extra cautious. For young and mid-range heroes, getting projects greenlit has become tougher than ever.
In such crucial times, Vishwak Sen is clearly in a must-win situation. More than just another release, Funky has turned into a make-or-break film.
For Vishwak Sen, this movie could very well decide the direction of his career in the new year.
