Raanjhanaa wins over audiences worldwide to gross Rs. 31.

5 crore worldwide in its opening weekend

Monday, June 24, 2013: Eros International Media Limited (Eros International), a leading global company in the Indian film industry has announced a very promising opening of Rs. 31.5 crore gross worldwide for Raanjhanaa which released worldwide on 21st June. Produced and distributed by Eros International, the love saga stars National Award winning south actor Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor in lead roles and is directed by Aanand L. Rai. In its opening weekend, the film grossed Rs. 26.5 crore in India (Net collection: Rs. 20.08 crore) and Rs. 5 crore overseas. It released across 1400 screens in India and 220 plus screens overseas. An unconventional take on love, Raanjhanaa has received unanimous thumbs up from both critics and audiences globally and continues to be applauded by the masses. Speaking on the films opening, Nandu Ahuja, Sr. VP, India theatrical, Eros International Media Limited, Raanjhanaa is yet another success story which goes on to show that films with compelling content backed with strong marketing and distribution will always be appreciated by audiences. Reactions to Raanjhanaa have been very encouraging and with the superb word of mouth, we expect the film to continue performing well at the box office. Pranab Kapadia, President- Marketing and Distribution, Eros International Plc added, This beautiful small town love story with scintillating performances by its lead actors was instantly embraced by the overseas audiences. The film opened to modest collections on Friday but with favorable reviews and fantastic word of mouth, the film grew in business over Saturday and Sunday. Raanjhanaa is a tale of love, betrayal, redemption and healing set against the backdrop of Benaras and the political environs of Delhi. Apart from the brilliant direction by the talented Rai, compelling performances and powerful screenplay, a key highlight of this musical journey is the refreshing and soulful music by Oscar winning musician A. R Rahman topping charts with hits like the Raanjhanaa title track and Tum Tak. Raanjhanaa has earned rave reviews from leading critics including The Times of India calling it A love story that has a Shakespearean touch and is mounted on a lavish scale (3 stars), Subhash K Jha calling it A film of rich lilting resplendence. A truly classical romance that embraces the pain and ecstasy of love! (4 stars), Mumbai Mirror terming it the best love story of the year so far (3 stars) and Taran Adarsh - Bollywoodhungama.com calling Raanjhanaa A film that touches the core of your heart. A film that's definitely worthy of a watch. Not to be missed! (3 stars).

About Eros International Media Ltd (Eros International) Eros International Media Ltd. (BSE Script Code: 533261; NSE Script Code: EROSMEDIA) is a global player within the Indian media and entertainment arena. It operates on a vertically integrated studio model controlling content as well as distribution & exploitation across multiple formats globally, including cinema, digital, home entertainment and television syndication. Eros International is part of Eros International plc which is the first Indian media Company to get listed on the Alternative Investment Market of the London Stock Exchange.

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