Sunny Deol-starrer Batwara 1947 did not meet box office expectations, but Preity Zinta said she remains proud of the film and believes an actor can only control the effort put into a project. 

Actor Preity Zinta has opened up about the box office performance of Batwara 1947, saying that while an artist can give their best to a film, the final outcome is not always in their control. The film, starring Sunny Deol and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, received a disappointing response at the box office after release. 

Speaking about the film's journey, Preity said she remains proud of the project and follows the belief of putting maximum effort into her work before accepting whatever result follows. She said she gives her “1000 per cent” to every film and leaves the rest to God. The actress added that an actor can focus on their performance and dedication but cannot completely control audience response, business results or other factors that decide a film's theatrical journey. 

Batwara 1947, which marked Preity Zinta's return to acting after an eight-year gap, brought together Sunny Deol and director Rajkumar Santoshi once again. Despite the reunion of the popular duo and expectations around the period drama, the film struggled to achieve the expected box office numbers. The film opened with a reported collection of around ₹5.75 crore, according to trade reports.  The movie also features actors including Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal and others in key roles. 

Preity Zinta is now preparing for her next project Vibe, directed by Kunal Kemmu. She has also spoken about the physical preparation required for the role, including training for action sequences. The actress' comments highlight the unpredictable nature of the film business, where extensive preparation and commitment do not always guarantee commercial success.