Mahesh Babu's Telugu action thriller 'Athidhi' has made a grand return to theatres in a refreshed 4K format. The film, originally released in 2007, hit the big screens again on May 29, drawing large crowds of enthusiastic fans.
Fan Gatherings and Packed Shows
Fans gathered in large numbers at multiple locations to celebrate the film's comeback. Popular theatres in Hyderabad, such as Sudarshan 35mm and Prasads, witnessed packed shows. Videos shared by fan pages showed cheering crowds and celebration moments inside the theatres, highlighting the excitement surrounding the re-release.
Box Office Performance
According to reports, advance sales for the Telugu version across India reached approximately Rs 62 lakh. The film's worldwide opening day estimates were around Rs 97 lakh, with Telangana and Andhra Pradesh contributing significantly to the collections. Overseas performance remained comparatively moderate.
Mahesh Babu's Airport Appearance
On the same day, Mahesh Babu also grabbed attention with a public appearance at Mumbai's Kalina Airport. Videos of the actor, dressed in an all-white outfit with sunglasses and a white-and-blue cap, quickly spread across social media. Fans took to Twitter to express their excitement, with one user writing, 'This wasn't just a movie. This was a CELEBRATION.' Another fan commented, 'Manchi experience @AthidhiVibe.'
A fan also noted the film's success despite several challenges: 'Not a hero's birthday release, not a holiday release, minimal promotions, a flop film re-release, IPL Qualifier 2 clash, Peddi releasing next week, extreme summer heat, and competition from Obsession. Despite all these odds, Athidhi4K is performing exceptionally well. Pure Super Star Mahesh Babu Stardom.'
About 'Athidhi'
'Athidhi' is a Telugu romantic action thriller directed by Surender Reddy. The film features Mahesh Babu in the lead role, alongside Amrita Rao, who made her Telugu debut with this movie. Murali Sharma and Ashish Vidyarthi also played important roles. Originally released on October 18, 2007, the film completed a 35-day theatrical run across nearly 400 cinemas and was later remade in Bangladesh as 'Durdhorsho Premik'.
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