Vikram Bhatt independently released successful horror film '1920'

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt faced skepticism and isolation after a series of box-office failures. Despite doubts from studios and even his crew, he persevered to create the horror film '1920', which he released independently. Bhatt struggled to gain support for '1920', holding 35 trial screenings without success. He ultimately decided to release the film himself, despite the risks involved. Upon its release, '1920' received positive feedback from audiences and critics, reviving Bhatt's career. The film's success marked a significant turnaround after his earlier setbacks.