# Film leaks rarely sink big-star box office, experts say 2026-08-12T15:41:43+00:00 | Business & Economy | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Vijay's Jana Nayagan grossed over ₹220 crore despite being leaked online weeks before release. Industry experts note that Pushpa 2: The Rule also faced leaks yet earned ₹830 crore in Hindi alone. Hollywood film Obsession netted ₹85 crore in India despite piracy. Poor-quality prints and the unique theatre experience limit leaks' impact on blockbusters, but small films may suffer more. Video piracy costs the Indian industry ₹22,400 crore annually, with streaming accounting for 63% of pirated content. Producer Anand Pandit says a leak chips away at curiosity but the real test is audience response after opening shows. Star power and fan loyalty remain crucial buffers, as seen with Vijay's farewell film. ## Coverage - livemint.com Tags: Box office, film piracy, Jana Nayagan, star power, streaming piracy, Vijay Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/film-leaks-rarely-sink-big-star-box-office-experts-say/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/film-leaks-rarely-sink-big-star-box-office-experts-say/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.