Rani’s ‘Hichki’ mints Rs1 billion in China

Rani Mukerji-starrer Hichki has raced past the Rs1 billion (Dh50 million) mark in China since releasing on October 12, according to producers Yash Raj Films.

The film features the actress as a teacher dealing with a nervous system disorder, Tourette Syndrome.

“Good cinema has no language barriers and it connects with the hearts and minds of the audience. The success of Hichki in China proves just that,” Mukerji said in a statement. Hichki was titled Teacher With Hiccup for its Chinese release.