Zayed Khan, reflecting on his career, has offered insights into why the 2009 action-adventure film Blue, despite its massive 100 crore budget, failed to make a splash at the box office. The film, which starred Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Lara Dutta, and Katrina Kaif, was a significant setback for all involved.

According to Khan, the script of Blue held immense potential, leading him to believe it could even surpass the Fast & Furious franchise. He expressed surprise at the film's underperformance, suggesting that the final product didn't quite capture the essence of what was on paper. He alluded to creative differences on set, particularly between the cast and the filmmakers, which may have contributed to the film's shortcomings. While Zayed didn't delve into specifics, he acknowledged that such disagreements are common in the film industry.

Khan highlighted the extensive efforts and resources poured into Blue, noting that spending 100 crore at the time was unprecedented. The production team spared no expense, bringing in top-tier action directors from Hollywood and even featuring international pop sensation Kylie Minogue, who performed the song "Chiggy Wiggy" alongside Sonu Nigam and Akshay Kumar. Despite these efforts, the film failed to resonate with audiences.

Khan suggests the narrative wasn't stitched together correctly, lacking poise (thehrao). He argued that effective action sequences don't necessarily require physical violence; the screenplay itself can create impactful moments. There was a disconnect between the script's promise and its on-screen execution.

Blue was envisioned as a potential franchise, with plans for a sequel titled Aasman announced as early as 2012. However, the film's poor performance effectively canceled those plans.

Khan has also reflected on his career choices, admitting that he might have pursued multi-starrer films too early in his career. He believes he should have focused on building his brand as a solo lead before taking on large ensemble projects. While he doesn't necessarily regret working with talented people on big films, he acknowledges that some of those films simply didn't achieve the desired success. He questions whether he took his stardom for granted and didn't heed advice to do more single-hero films. He recognizes the responsibility of carrying a film on one's shoulders and the risks involved.

Zayed feels several of his films were ahead of their time, which contributed to their failure at the box office. He specifically mentioned Leena Yadav's Shabd (2005), his home production Love Breakups Zindagi (2011), and Blue as examples.