Box Office Flop 'Gustakh Ishq' Becomes OTT Sensation with 7.8 IMDb Rating

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Box Office Flop 'Gustakh Ishq' Becomes OTT Sensation with 7.8 IMDb Rating
- •Vijay Varma and Fatima Sana Shaikh's romantic film 'Gustakh Ishq' flopped at the box office in 2025, collecting only Rs 2.29 crore against a Rs 25 crore budget.
- •Despite its theatrical failure, the film gained immense popularity after its release on JioHotstar on January 27, 2026.
- •It achieved a strong 7.8/10 IMDb rating, with approximately 2,100 users giving it a perfect 10, highlighting its emotional depth and strong performances.
- •The story, set in 1998 in Old Delhi and Malerkotla, follows Nawabuddin (Vijay Varma) and Minni (Fatima Sana Shaikh) as love blossoms amidst efforts to save a printing press.
- •Praised for its 90s atmosphere, poignant dialogues, music by Vishal Bhardwaj, and lyrics by Gulzar, the film resonated deeply with OTT audiences.
Why It Matters: 'Gustakh Ishq' proves that a compelling story and strong performances can find success beyond the box office.
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