Megastar Chiranjeevi proves once again why he reigns supreme in Tollywood. His newest film, 'Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu', is delivering impressive numbers at the box office. Despite facing competition from 'The Raja Saab', the movie continues to draw large audiences across theaters.
Strong Box Office Performance
According to the latest data from Sacnilk, the action comedy has now earned approximately Rs 18.50 crore in early estimates. The film began its journey with strong premiere shows, collecting Rs 9.35 crore initially. Its first-day collections reached Rs 32.25 crore, setting a solid foundation.
On the second day, 'Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu' added another Rs 18.75 crore to its total. The Sankranti festive period gave the film a significant boost, helping it earn Rs 19.5 crore. Thursday saw another jump as collections reached Rs 22 crore.
The cumulative total since the film's release on January 12 now stands at an impressive Rs 120.35 crore. This demonstrates the movie's sustained popularity among viewers.
Theatrical Attendance Details
Audience turnout for 'Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu' remained strong on Friday. The overall Telugu occupancy reached 60.70% for the day. Morning shows started with 43.26% occupancy, which then increased to 60.69% as the day progressed.
Afternoon shows saw the highest peak at 72.21% occupancy. Evening and night shows maintained strong numbers, concluding the day at 66.63% occupancy. This consistent audience engagement highlights the film's appeal across different show timings.
About the Film
Directed by Anil Ravipudi, 'Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu' is a family entertainer featuring Megastar Chiranjeevi in a pivotal role. He plays an NIA officer responsible for protecting high-profile individuals. The film explores both action and emotional elements that resonate with family audiences.
Nayanthara portrays Sasirekha, Chiranjeevi's estranged wife in the movie. Their on-screen chemistry adds depth to the narrative. The cast also includes Catherine Tresa and Sachin Khedekar in important supporting roles.
A special highlight is the appearance of Telugu veteran Daggubati Venkates. This marks the first time Venkates and Chiranjeevi have shared screen space together, creating excitement among fans of both stars.
The film combines comedy, action, and family drama elements that have clearly connected with Telugu cinema audiences. Its strong box office performance during the Sankranti season indicates broad appeal across different viewer demographics.
