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Inside Sajid Nadiadwala’s ‘Housefull 5’ Multiple Endings Gambit: ‘Bringing Back That Element of Surprise’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Producer Sajid Nadiadwala revives multiple endings concept for 'Housefull 5' cruise ship comedy, creating first Indian film with alternate versions.
While Hollywood has largely abandoned the multiple endings theatrical model since “Clue” experimented with three different conclusions in 1985, Sajid Nadiadwala is reviving the concept for Indian audiences with “ Housefull 5,” betting that what failed commercially in the U.S. four decades ago will resonate in today’s experience-hungry market. Sanjay Chatar of Pen Marudhar describes it as adding “an entirely new layer of interactivity to the theatrical experience,” requiring close collaboration with exhibitors to ensure “optimal programming, audience flow, and discoverability across locations.” Devang Sampat of multiplex chain Cinepolis India recognizes the broader industry implications: “We see this as an important moment for theatrical exhibition, where storytelling and cinema operations meet in a way that feels fresh and commercially exciting.”
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