After defending his film ’Jigra’ amid backlash for its box office failure, filmmaker Vasan Bala deleted his X account. While some labeled him arrogant, many social media users defended him, criticizing the film’s overhype and targeting producer Karan Johar for the outcome.

The release of the Alia Bhatt starrer has been marred with controversies. From accusations of nepotism to plagiarism, the Jigra makers have been battling with several negative notions around the film.

Vasan Bala, who directed the recently released Jigra, has deactivated his X (former Twitter) account. This comes amid poor box office response for the Alia Bhatt starrer. The jailbreak drama has been embroiled in various controversies pre and post its theatrical release on October 11.

Alia Bhatt's Jigra is set to become her lowest-grossing film, raking in only ₹22.45 crore after a disappointing box office run

Jigra director Vasan Bala spoke about the Alia Bhatt-starrer's lukewarm performance, how he accepts the feedback post its release.

The film's performance fell short of expectations, especially when compared to Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri’s comedy Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, which surpassed Jigra with an opening day collection of Rs 5.

Alia Bhatt’s Jigra has struggled to gain significant traction at the box office, despite early positive trends and buzz. Directed by Vasan Bala, the film stars Bhatt alongside Vedang Raina, Manoj Pahwa,

Jigra struggles at the box office as director Vasan Bala shares his thoughts on the film's reception and support from Alia Bhatt and Karan Johar. Despite a slow start, the film has recovered its budget through digital rights.