For other uses, see Sony Max (South Africa) and Sony Max (Hungary). Sony Max, also called SET Max or simply Max, is a Hindi movie channel in India operated by Sony Pictures Networks India.
People did not like his chemistry with the very beautiful Soundarya and he also did not have any chemistry with his childhood love Rachna. Perhaps this was the reason why the film proved to be a flop. But the film was liked a lot as soon as it came on TV.
WORLDWIDE GROSS BOX OFFICE COLLECTION ScheduleAmount India box office Nett cr. 6.67 cr. India box office Gross cr. 9.26 cr. Overseas Gross cr. 1.25 cr. Worldwide collections Gross cr. 10.51 cr.
The movie has witnessed a constant re-run on the channel for years since its launch in 1999. Reportedly, Set Max has purchased the rights of Sooryavansham for 100 years. This is why the movie has become a routine showcase on the channel.
The film was opened to positive reviews towards the performance of Bachchan but ended up being a box-office bomb, grossing only ₹12.65 crore (US$1.5 million). However, over the years, it has gathered cult following among the Indian diaspora, and has been telecasted frequently on the television channel Sony Max.
The movie has witnessed a constant re-run on the channel for years since its launch in 1999. Reportedly, Set Max has purchased the rights of Sooryavansham for 100 years. This is why the movie has become a routine showcase on the channel.