Hindi Romantic comedy “2 States” has released on April 18, 2014. The movie starring young actors Arjun Kapoor and Alia Bhatt with actresses Amrita Singh and Revathy in supporting roles along with Ronit Roy and Shiv Subrahmaniyam.
Directed by Abhishek Varman and produced by Dharma Productions with Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, “2 States” is based on a novel written by Chetan Bhagat of the same name. The movie has a running time of 150 mins with music composed by the trio of Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy.
Famous critic Subhash K. Jha gave the movie 4 out of 5 stars and said that you wish that the movie wouldn’t end. Taran Adarsh strongly recommended the movie saying it is one of the finest movies to come out of late in the Hindi film industry.
The audience reaction ranged from loving to boring. While some were disappointed comparing with the book, some found the movie better. Mr Bhagat was seen enthusiastically tweeting throughout and thanking audience for the movie success.
Some excerpts:
#2states ~ regular boring romantic drama…nothing new.Clichés are a thing of the past #kjo , time to move ON!
— Indiboy (@Gtarde_patil) April 18, 2014
I am a little disappointed with #2States
Book was a delightful read..
But the way movie is directed is worth a watch!
— Rishnita Bhandari (@Rishnita) April 18, 2014
My readers' silent support is my biggest strength. Today u displayed it to the nation. Thank u for the phenomenal opening.#2states #loveuall
— Chetan Bhagat (@chetan_bhagat) April 18, 2014
“2 States” opened to high occupancies of 60% in multiplexes and the morning shows registered 3rd Highest opening of 2014 behind “Jai Ho” and “Gunday”. The first day collections are estimated between Rs 9-10 crores.
Stay tuned here for more details on collections
#2States takes a super start in morning shows across the country.
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) April 18, 2014
#2States preview shows [limited screens] on Thu in intl markets is strong too… UK £ 9,400, Australia A$ 13,800, New Zealand NZ$ 9,300.
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) April 18, 2014