<p>Kannada star Sudeep's latest movie<em> Kotigobba 3</em> is set to hit the screens on Thursday much to the delight of fans. The biggie has garnered a decent amount of attention with its stylish trailer, which suggests that it may prove to be a gamechanger for the mass hero. So does the movie have what it takes to emerge as a blockbuster? Here is our SWOT analysis. </p>.<p><strong>Strength: Sudeep's star power</strong></p>.<p>Sudeep , who began his career in the late 90s, is a veteran in his own right and he enjoys a strong fan following due to his impressive body of work. His mere association with <em>Kotigobba 3</em> should help it open on a good note. <em>Kotigobba 2,</em> a spiritual successor to Vishnuvardhan's yesteryear classic <em>Kotigobba</em>, did well at the box office. The brand's popularity should work in Kotigobba 3's favour.</p>.<p><strong>Weakness: Leading ladies are not A-listers</strong></p>.<p>The film's leading ladies-- Shraddha Das and Madonna Sebastian-- aren't really bankable names in the Kannada film industry. Moreover, neither are they perceived to be powerhouse performers. Their association with the film may not benefit it as much as expected.</p>.<p><strong>Opportunity: The audience wants entertainment</strong></p>.<p>The positive response to Darshan's <em>Roberrt</em>, one of the first big-ticket movies to hit the screens after the Covid-19 lockdown, proved that the Kannada audience is more than willing to support films that offer paisa vasool entertainment. <em>Kotigobba 3</em>, with its action scenes and mass elements, fits the bill. Being a festival release, it should have a strong extended weekend, which may pave the way for the long run.</p>.<p><strong>Threat: Salaga and Covid-19 restrictions</strong></p>.<p>The film will face stiff competition from <em>Salaga </em>in most centres given 'Duniya' Vijay's fan following. <em>Kotigobba 3 </em>has not been promoted as aggressively as expected, which may work against it in the opening week. The trailer has received mixed reviews. While Sudeep fans have loved it, a section of the audience feels that it could have been 'massier'. Theatres are operating at 50 per cent capacity in Karnataka due to Covid-19 restrictions, which will prevent the film from reaching its potential. Moreover, no shows are allowed after 8 pm, which will affect its performance during the weekdays. </p>
<p>Kannada star Sudeep's latest movie<em> Kotigobba 3</em> is set to hit the screens on Thursday much to the delight of fans. The biggie has garnered a decent amount of attention with its stylish trailer, which suggests that it may prove to be a gamechanger for the mass hero. So does the movie have what it takes to emerge as a blockbuster? Here is our SWOT analysis. </p>.<p><strong>Strength: Sudeep's star power</strong></p>.<p>Sudeep , who began his career in the late 90s, is a veteran in his own right and he enjoys a strong fan following due to his impressive body of work. His mere association with <em>Kotigobba 3</em> should help it open on a good note. <em>Kotigobba 2,</em> a spiritual successor to Vishnuvardhan's yesteryear classic <em>Kotigobba</em>, did well at the box office. The brand's popularity should work in Kotigobba 3's favour.</p>.<p><strong>Weakness: Leading ladies are not A-listers</strong></p>.<p>The film's leading ladies-- Shraddha Das and Madonna Sebastian-- aren't really bankable names in the Kannada film industry. Moreover, neither are they perceived to be powerhouse performers. Their association with the film may not benefit it as much as expected.</p>.<p><strong>Opportunity: The audience wants entertainment</strong></p>.<p>The positive response to Darshan's <em>Roberrt</em>, one of the first big-ticket movies to hit the screens after the Covid-19 lockdown, proved that the Kannada audience is more than willing to support films that offer paisa vasool entertainment. <em>Kotigobba 3</em>, with its action scenes and mass elements, fits the bill. Being a festival release, it should have a strong extended weekend, which may pave the way for the long run.</p>.<p><strong>Threat: Salaga and Covid-19 restrictions</strong></p>.<p>The film will face stiff competition from <em>Salaga </em>in most centres given 'Duniya' Vijay's fan following. <em>Kotigobba 3 </em>has not been promoted as aggressively as expected, which may work against it in the opening week. The trailer has received mixed reviews. While Sudeep fans have loved it, a section of the audience feels that it could have been 'massier'. Theatres are operating at 50 per cent capacity in Karnataka due to Covid-19 restrictions, which will prevent the film from reaching its potential. Moreover, no shows are allowed after 8 pm, which will affect its performance during the weekdays. </p>