The fall of "The Rising" may well have begun, but Aamir Khan enthusiasts who had to forgo the film in the first few days due to the steep admission rates fixed by over-excited exhibitors will now be able to catch a glimpse of the film for a pittance.

The film's producer, Bobby Bedi, has already applied for a tax-free status for the film and is expecting it to be declared tax-free in a few days.

"I have requested the government that the film be given an all-India tax-free status considering its strong content value and it should be coming through very soon," Bedi reveals.

On the other hand, Bedi is unperturbed by media reports labelling the film a "wash-out" after the initial euphoria.

"I am not concerned with the statements made by bookmakers and trade analysts against the film. The figures speak for themselves. The film has grossed a business of Rs.200 million in the first week, followed by a safe Rs.100 million in its second week run."