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Madhur Bhandarkar Praises 'Hanuman Ansh' as Industry Case Study

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THE BRIEF
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Director Madhur Bhandarkar has lauded the sleeper hit 'Hanuman Ansh', calling its ₹40 crore box office performance a 'crucial case study' for the Indian film industry.

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Despite a modest opening of only ₹60 lakh, the film gained momentum through positive word-of-mouth, eventually outperforming major big-budget releases in 2026.

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The film's success has prompted the production team to officially confirm a sequel, as industry experts analyze how the low-budget project achieved such widespread commercial appeal.