Nargis Fakhri Shares Joy Over Rockstar's Successful Re-Release, Feels Like Debut

'Rockstar', which re-released in theatres alongside 'Tamasha' and 'Jab We Met', has been receiving a tremendous response. Nargis Fakhri, who played Heer, expressed her happiness over the overwhelming fan reaction. The film, originally released in 2011, has garnered Rs 1.10 crore during its two-week run at the Indian box office. Over 1 lakh people have watched the film in 14 days. Exhibitors are continuing with 'Rockstar' into its third week.

"The response to the re-release of 'Rockstar' has made me very emotional. I wish I could enjoy the response in person! To be honest, people's love for the film has taken me back in time when the film had released for the first time. And over 12 years later, seeing people respond to the film in this manner, it feels like it is my debut again. When we were working on the film, we didn't know we were making a cult classic that would age like a fine wine. I still get DMs from fans about how the film resonated with them. Time has flown but the emotions that the film evoked back then have remained the same. I am super honoured that I am a part of such a film. I wish to do more films like 'Rockstar' that continue to entertain audience even after years, but I just hope that this time, I don't die," Nargis laughed as she expressed. The actress added that she hopes that Imtiaz thinks of a "spin-off on Heer".

The Imtiaz Ali film has ended the dry spell in theatres that didn't see enough footfalls despite new releases. The response to the film has proven that the film, which did a lifetime business of around Rs 69 crore, has aged well.