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    Army officer Ram (Dulquer Salman) is an orphan. After announcing this on the radio, he receives a flood of letters, forming a large family. However, one girl writes to him addressing herself as his wife, Sita Mahalakshmi (Mrunal Thakur). Who is she? Where did the wife of the orphan Ram come from? What experiences did Ram face when he went to meet her?
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    ‘Sita Ramam’ Movie Review : A timeless tale by Hanu Raghavapudi will stay in your heart for a very long time

    The much awaited musical drama “Sita Ramam” starring Dulquer Salmaan and Mrunal Thakur has released in theaters today. Talented filmmaker Hanu Raghava...read more

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    Cast
    Dulquer Salmaan
    as Lieutenant Ram
    Mrunal Thakur
    as Princess Noor Jahan alias Sita Mahalakshmi
    Rashmika Mandanna
    as Afreen alias Waheeda
    Sumanth
    as Brigadier Vishnu Sharma (formerly Captain)
    Tharun Bhascker
    as Balaji
    Sachin Khedekar
    as late Brigadier Abu Tariq (former Army General) of Pakistani Army
    Gautham Vasudev Menon
    as Major Selvan
    Prakash Raj
    as Brigadier Y. K. Joshi
    Shatru
    as Lieutenant Vikas Varma
    Vennela Kishore
    as Durjoy Sharma
    Bhumika Chawla
    as Vaidehi Sharma
    Rukmini Vijayakumar
    as Prof. Rekha Bharadwaj
    Murali Sharma
    as Subramanyam
    Ashwath Bhattas Ansari
    Tinnu Anand
    as Anand Mehta
    Sunil
    as Train Ticket Examiner
    Priyadarshi Pulikonda
    as Marthandam
    Rohini
    as Vijayalakshmi
    Jisshu Sengupta
    as Noor Jahan brother
    Abhinaya
    as Noor Jahan sister-in-law
    Rahul Ravindran
    as Rahul Varma
    Pawan Chopra
    as Pakistani Army General Musa Khan
    Neeraj Kabi
    as Afreen family advocate
    Ananth Babu
    as Subramanyam colleague
    Gautam Raju
    as Ticket Collector in train to Madras
    Anish Kuruvilla
    as Legal Advisor to Noor Jahan elder brother
    Geetha Bhasckeras Principal of women college
    Snigdha Bawaas Afreen roommate
    Nayan Rosh T Mas Radio Jockey (Voice)
    Crew
    Hanu Raghavapudi
    Director
    C. Aswani Dutt
    Producer
    Vishal Chandrashekhar
    Musician
    Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao
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      Prabhas New Movie: Exciting Update... Another Film Replaces 'Spirit'!
      Prabhas New Movie: Exciting Update... Another Film Replaces 'Spirit'!
      Following the blockbuster success of 'Kalki 2898 AD', Prabhas' popularity has reached new heights. There is growing anticipation nationwide for his upcoming projects. Prabhas is currently collaborating with director Maruthi on a film titled 'Raja Saab' and is also expected to appear in the sequel to 'Kalki', directed by Nag Ashwin. Additionally, renowned directors Prashanth Neel and Sandeep Reddy Vanga are lined up for future collaborations with him. It was widely expected that Sandeep Reddy Vanga's project would be Prabhas' next film to start production. However, recent buzz in Tollywood indicates that Prabhas may greenlight a different film instead. Let’s explore the details. Director Preference! Fans and others were expecting Prabhas to collaborate with Sandeep Reddy Vanga after the success of 'Kalki 2898 AD'. However, it appears that director Hanu Raghavapudi, known for 'Sita Ramam', has stepped in instead. Prabhas had previously committed to a project with Hanu Raghavapudi, now reportedly titled 'Fauji'. Given the extensive pre-production required for 'Spirit', Prabhas has opted to proceed with 'Fauji', sparking significant buzz in the industry. Director Hanu Raghavapudi is making preparations to begin shooting in October. Prabhas as a Soldier! The upcoming film 'Fauji' with Hanu Raghavapudi is set to be a period drama, unfolding against a 1940s British era backdrop. Mrunal Thakur is likely to appear as the heroine opposite Prabhas. 'Fauji' meaning soldier, Prabhas is expected to portray a military officer, stirring significant excitement among fans. The film is set to be produced on a grand scale by Mythri Movie Makers, with Vishal Chandrashekhar providing the music. Official updates related to this movie are expected soon. Raja Saab's Big Plan! Prabhas is collaborating with director Maruthi on the upcoming film 'Raja Saab'. An exciting development has recently emerged regarding the movie. Director Maruthi is considering remixing a classic hit song for the film, which interestingly is not a Telugu song but a superhit Hindi song from the 1980s. The music director, Thaman, is currently in discussions with the filmmakers, who are considering three songs, with one expected to be finalized soon. The iconic Bollywood song 'O Khaike Paan Banaras Wala' might be remade, generating significant buzz in cinema circles. I'll Show My Best Work Sandeep Reddy Vanga, known for his bold and daring directing style, is currently immersed in pre-production for 'Spirit'. With Prabhas confirmed in the lead role, casting for other parts is still underway. Recently, Sandeep shared insights about what to expect from 'Spirit', sparking significant interest online. He stated, "Some say 'Animal' is my best work. You'll see my best in 'Spirit'," raising anticipation among fans. Many are already predicting that 'Spirit' will eclipse the success of Sandeep's previous hits like 'Arjun Reddy', 'Kabir Singh', and 'Animal'. Social media is abuzz with predictions of another blockbuster for Prabhas, potentially earning up to Rs. 1000 crores. Prabhas as a Powerful Police Officer Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga has plans to uniquely craft 'Spirit', not focusing on affluent family dramas like in 'Arjun Reddy' or 'Animal', but setting it against a middle-class backdrop. Past comments by Sandeep suggest that Prabhas will play a powerful police officer, an avatar never seen before. His characterization and mannerisms are expected to bring something fresh to the screen. The script for 'Spirit' is nearing its final stages, with filming likely to commence around October or November, as buzzed in film circles.
      July 20 , 2024
      68th Filmfare Awards South 2023: Ram Charan and Tarak Win Best Actors for Their Films!
      68th Filmfare Awards South 2023: Ram Charan and Tarak Win Best Actors for Their Films!
      The film 'RRR,' directed by the legendary S.S. Rajamouli has made a significant impact worldwide. Lead actors Ram Charan and Jr NTR propelled the movie to international fame, earning it numerous international awards. Notably, it was a contender at the Oscars, where it won the Best Original Song award for 'Naatu Naatu.' Recently, 'RRR' showed its dominance once more at the '68th Filmfare Awards South 2023, securing a total of seven awards. Other films such as 'Sita Ramam,' 'Virata Parvam,' and 'Bheemla Nayak' also received awards. Mark of 'RRR' at Filmfare The organizers of the 68th Filmfare Awards recently announced the winners, considering films released in South Indian languages (Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam) during 2022 and 2023. 'RRR,' released on March 24, 2022, won awards in seven categories. These include Best Film for 'RRR,' Best Director for Rajamouli, Best Actor for Ram Charan and Jr NTR, Best Music Album, Best Choreographer for Prem Rakshit, Best Production Design for Sabu Cyril, and Best Playback Singer for Kaala Bhairava for the song ‘Komuram Bheemudho.' 'Sita Ramam' Harvests Awards Following 'RRR,' 'Sita Ramam' also made a significant mark. Despite facing tough competition from 'RRR,' 'Sita Ramam' managed to stand out and garnered several awards. It won a total of five awards, including Best Movie (Critics), Best Actor (Critics), Best Actress (Mrunal Thakur), Best Lyrics, and Best Playback Singer. Additionally, 'Virata Parvam,' starring Rana and Sai Pallavi, received two awards, while 'Bheemla Nayak,' featuring Pawan Kalyan, won one award. Let's take a closer look at the winners in each category and additional details. 'RRR' Awards Best Film - 'RRR'Best Director - SS Rajamouli ('RRR')Best Actor - Ram Charan, Jr. NTR ('RRR')Best Music Album - MM Keeravani ('RRR')Best Production Design - Sabu Cyril ('RRR')Best Choreography - Prem Rakshit ('RRR' - 'Naatu Naatu' song)Best Playback Singer (Male) - Kaala Bhairava ('Komuram Bheemudo' song) 'Sita Ramam' Awards Best Movie (Critics) - 'Sita Ramam' (Hanu Raghavapudi)Best Actor (Critics) - Dulquer Salmaan ('Sita Ramam')Best Actress - Mrunal Thakur ('Sita Ramam')Best Lyrics - Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry - 'Kaanunna Kalyanam' ('Sita Ramam')Best Playback Singer (Female) - Chinmayi Sripada ('Sita Ramam' - 'O Prema..') Other Film Awards Best Actress (Critics) - Sai Pallavi ('Virata Parvam')Best Actress - Nandita Das ('Virata Parvam')Best Supporting Actor - Rana Daggubati ('Bheemla Nayak')
      July 12 , 2024
      Explore Blockbusters from Vyjayanthi Movies, Producers of Kalki 2898 AD
      Explore Blockbusters from Vyjayanthi Movies, Producers of Kalki 2898 AD
      The movie "Kalki 2898 AD," starring Prabhas as the hero, has made a significant impact in theaters, becoming a box office sensation. This success can be credited to director Nag Ashwin and the production house "Vyjayanthi Movies." Producer Aswani Dutt undertook this ambitious project with determination, despite its escalating budget, aiming for high-quality results. He granted director Nag Ashwin full financial freedom. With a budget exceeding 600 crores, Kalki stands as one of India's most expensive films. Currently, Vyjayanthi Movies is gaining nationwide recognition for delivering visual spectacles like Kalki. Vyjayanthi Movies Journey Aswani Dutt started his journey as a producer with a film starring his favorite hero, Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao. He established Vyjayanthi Movies and featured NTR in the avatar of Krishna as its logo. The company made its mark in the industry with the 1975 film "Eduruleni Manishi." Despite initial struggles, the banner did not hesitate to deliver blockbuster films, creating a significant impact in the Telugu film industry. What are those blockbuster films? Let's see what mark they have made in the Telugu film industry. Agni Parvatam "Agni Parvatam" is one of the super hit films released under the Vyjayanthi Movies banner. Starring Superstar Krishna in dual roles with Radha and Vijayashanti as the heroines, this film, directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, achieved great success at that time. Superstar Krishna showcased a formidable acting presence. This film stands as a milestone in Krishna's career. His dialogue "Aggi Pettunda?" became very popular back then, as did the song "Kaduluthunna Agniparvatam," which introduced a fresh side of Krishna. The movie's plot revolves around Jamadagni, who resents his father for abandoning his mother, but his enemies bring his step-uncle into play to create problems. What happens next forms the plot. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaJqLrjanQM Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari "Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari" proved that Vyjayanthi Movies could produce not just routine films but also experimental films. This unforgettable film in Megastar's career was crafted in the socio-fantasy genre and collected huge amounts at the box office. Despite facing floods in united Andhra Pradesh before its release, the film recorded a massive success. Made with a budget of 2 crores, it garnered 15 crores in its time. The melodious songs provided by Ilayaraja are still enchanting to this day. The plot revolves around Raju, who shelters four orphans and works as a guide. One day, unexpectedly, he finds a ring belonging to Indra's daughter, Indraja, who comes back to earth for the ring. What happens next forms the story. Shubhalagnam This film, starring Jagapathi Babu, Aamani, and Roja, was made with a unique concept and proved that happiness in married life does not depend on money. A wife who sells her husband for money eventually changes and retrieves him. This concept was well received by family audiences at the time. The song "Chilaka E Thodu Leka" earned Sirivennela the Nandi Award for Best Lyricist. The story revolves around Radha who marries her husband to a wealthy woman named Lata for money, eventually obtaining one crore rupees. However, over time, she realizes that a life without her husband is worthless. Govinda Govinda "Govinda Govinda," a collaboration between Nagarjuna and Ram Gopal Varma, was a blockbuster success. The story revolves around the crown of Lord Venkateswara, providing a fresh experience to the Telugu audience. Sridevi mesmerized the Telugu audience in this film. The plot involves Lord Venkateswara deciding to resolve a chaotic situation on earth using a divine weapon. However, the situation deteriorates when a group of thieves steal the jewels on this weapon. OTT Platform: Sun Nxt Rajakumarudu Vyjayanthi Movies introduced superstar Mahesh Babu as a hero through their banner. His debut film as a lead actor, "Rajakumarudu," was produced by producer Aswani Dutt. This film received the Nandi Award for Best Family Film and played in many centers for over 100 days. The plot is as follows: Raj comes to enjoy his vacation and falls in love with Rani. However, due to family pressure, he leaves her. Who is Rani? What is the feud between her family and Raj's family? How do they eventually unite? Indra The film "Indra" elevated Megastar Chiranjeevi's fame to a new level, in which he played a factionist for the first time. Producer Ashwani Dutt received a rain of cash from this film, which also earned Chiranjeevi the Nandi Award for Best Actor in 2002. The plot revolves around ongoing dominance battles between two families in Rayalaseema. To solve the water crisis for the people, Indra agrees to marry the rival's sister. Cutting to the chase, for a simple life, Indra, under an alias, escapes to Kashi. Why did Indra go to Kashi? How did he avenge his rivals? Student No. 1 Director Rajamouli was introduced to the industry by producer Ashwani Dutt. Tarak starred as the hero in Rajamouli's debut film "Student No. 1," which was produced under Vyjayanthi Movies' sub-banner, Swapna Cinema. This film was shown in 73 centers for 50 days and in 42 centers for more than 100 days. The film, made with a budget of Rs. 1.85 crores, earned Rs. 12 crores. The plot goes as follows: Aditya desires to become an engineer, but his father insists he become a lawyer. Disliking law, Aditya ends up in trouble trying to save a girl while going to write an exam. His father kicks him out of the house. What happens next? Maharshi Mahesh Babu starred in "Maharshi" alongside Pooja Hegde and Allari Naresh, with Ashwani Dutt also serving as a producer. Nominated in 10 categories at the SIIMA Awards for 2019, the film won 5 awards. The plot is as follows: Rishi, a CEO of a multinational company, learns about the sacrifice his friend Ravi made for him during their college days. Searching for him, Rishi goes to the village and finds that Ravi is in trouble. What did Rishi do next? How did he support his friend? OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Sita Ramam The 2022 film "Sita Ramam" was a huge success, known to all. Directed by Hanu Raghavapudi and produced by Ashwani Dutt, this film made Mrunal Thakur an overnight star heroine. With a budget of Rs. 30 crores, "Sita Ramam" grossed between Rs. 91-98 crores at the box office. The plot is as follows: Ram, an army officer and an orphan, receives a flood of letters after mentioning this on the radio. A large family forms around him. One woman continuously writes to him addressing him as her husband, Seetamahalakshmi. Who is she? From where did the wife of an orphan like Ram come? What experiences did Ram face when he came to meet her? OTT Platforms: Amazon Prime & Hotstar Kalki 2898 AD Producer Ashwani Dutt produced "Kalki 2898 AD" under the Vyjayanthi Movies banner, a prestigious and high-budget film. This movie was made in the mythology and futuristic genres. In this film, Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan played the role of Ashwatthama, and Kamal Haasan appeared as the villain. Disha Patani and Deepika Padukone also played key roles. Vyjayanthi Movies' Sub-Banner Hits Baanam Priyanka Dutt, daughter of Ashwani Dutt, produced the film "Baanam" under the Three Angels banner, introducing Nara Rohith as the hero. The plot is as follows: Bhagat, the son of a former Naxalite, lives in a small town. He decides to become an IPS officer to protect the people from local gangster atrocities. What happened next? Did he achieve his goal? Sarocharu Produced by Priyanka Dutt, "Sarocharu" captivated audiences as a feel-good entertainer. Ravi Teja, Kajal, and Richa Gangopadhyay played the lead roles. The plot is as follows: Sandhya loves Karthik, but she finds out he is already married. What is Karthik's past? Did Karthik and Sandhya end up together? OTT Platforms: Hotstar & Aha Sir Ocharu Movie Posters TollywoodAndhra.in Yevade Subramanyam "Nag Ashwin's debut film "Yevade Subramanyam" featured Nani and Vijay Deverakonda in leading roles. This movie brought recognition to Nag Ashwin as a talented director. The plot is as follows: Subramanyam, a materialistic man, goes to the Himalayas to fully understand life. During this journey, he changes his perspective on relationships. OTT Platform: Sun Nxt Mahanati Swapna Dutt, Ashwani Dutt's second daughter, produced "Mahanati" under the Swapna Cinema banner, also directed by Nag Ashwin of Kalki fame. This film, based on the life story of legendary actress Savitri, explores how Savitri entered the industry, the impact actor Gemini Ganesan had on her life, and the struggles she faced towards the end of her life. OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Jathi Ratnalu Under the sub-banner of Vyjayanthi Movies, "Swapna Cinema," "Jathi Ratnalu" was produced. The plot is as follows: Three young men from their village come to Hyderabad in search of good jobs and stay in an apartment. They unexpectedly attend an uninvited party and get entangled in a murder attempt case. How did they escape from the case? OTT Platform: Amazon Prime
      June 30 , 2024
      Sai Pallavi Sets New Record at 68th Filmfare Awards South: A Unique Achievement
      Sai Pallavi Sets New Record at 68th Filmfare Awards South: A Unique Achievement
      Malayalam beauty and actress Sai Pallavi rapidly ascended to stardom in a relatively short period. Although she has appeared in only a few films, she has gained substantial recognition for her unique acting skills. In a time often characterized by bikini and kissing scenes, she captivates audiences with her performances in traditional attire and her exceptional dancing abilities. Recently, at the 68th Filmfare Awards South 2023, Sai Pallavi set a new record, achieving a rare distinction that no other heroine has accomplished. 'Sai Pallavi's unique record as a Heroine  The Filmfare Awards South are highly prestigious in the South Indian film industry. Recently, the 68th Filmfare South Awards were announced, considering films from 2022 and 2023. For her role in the Tamil film 'Gargi', Sai Pallavi won the Best Actress award. She also secured the Best Female Actor award in the Critics' category for her performance in the Telugu film 'Virata Parvam'. Thus, she became the only heroine to win awards in two languages in the same year, earning widespread praise for Sai Pallavi. Six Filmfare Awards Sai Pallavi first entered the film industry with the Tamil movie 'Premam', which resonated well with the youth. She then made a mark with her role as Bhanumathi in the Telugu film 'Fidaa'. Having acted in 19 films across Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam languages so far, Sai Pallavi has won six Filmfare awards. She stands out as the heroine who achieved this feat in such a short period in South India.  Movies in which Sai Pallavi won awards: Premam (2015) – Best Actress (Debut)Fidaa (2017) – Best ActressLove Story (2021) – Best ActressShyam Singha Roy (2021) – Best Actress (Critics)Gargi (2022) – Best ActressVirata Parvam (2022) – Best Actress (Critics) Address of Love Films Since 'Premam', Sai Pallavi has been selective about her roles, staying away from commercial cinema and skin shows. She chooses films with substantial content and has acted in heart-touching love stories. Movies like 'Premam', 'Fidaa', and 'Love Story' have not only brought her recognition but also created a separate fan base for her. Her excellent performance in 'Virata Parvam' alongside Rana took her acting to the next level. Sai Pallavi in Full Swing Currently, Sai Pallavi is very active in films. She is working alongside Naga Chaitanya in the Telugu film 'Thandel', which is ready for release. She is also busy with the Tamil film 'Amaran' alongside Sivakarthikeyan. In addition, Sai Pallavi has agreed to two major projects in Bollywood, including the prestigious 'Ramayanam', where she will star as Sita alongside Ranbir Kapoor as Rama. There are also reports that she has been cast as the heroine in a Vijay Deverakonda film.
      July 13 , 2024
      Kalki 2898 AD Day 1 Collections Target: If this happens, Prabhas is certain to make history!
      Kalki 2898 AD Day 1 Collections Target: If this happens, Prabhas is certain to make history!
      With just one day remaining until its release, anticipation is high for a blockbuster performance at the box office for the film 'Kalki 2898 AD.' Directed by Nag Ashwin and featuring pan-India star Prabhas, the movie is set to launch globally on Thursday. The film industry is keenly waiting to see if it will break any records with its first-day collections. Pre-bookings for 'Kalki' have been brisk, with tickets in cities like Mumbai selling for Rs. 3000 each. Even the state governments in the Telugu-speaking regions have approved an increase in ticket prices. This indicates that 'Kalki' could potentially set new benchmarks for opening day collections, with expectations of earning over Rs. 230 crores and possibly rewriting the history of the Indian box office. Let's now take a look at the top 10 films with the highest opening day collections in India. Record Collections in the US The film 'Kalki 2898 AD' is creating a sensation in the US. It has already broken several records even before its release. Advance bookings in the US have crossed 3 million dollars. If 'Kalki' receives positive reviews, it is expected to easily surpass the records of 'RRR' and 'Baahubali 2', according to local sources. In some areas of the US, ticket prices for 'Kalki' have even reached up to Rs.1.5 lakh. Given this momentum, even a bit of positive buzz is likely to smash overseas records. Top 10 Highest Opening Day Collections in India 1. RRR (2022)  Directed by S.S. Rajamouli and starring Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, RRR set the record for the highest grossing film on its opening day, collecting Rs. 223.5 crores and sweeping all previous records. 2. Baahubali 2 (2017)  Also directed by Rajamouli, 'Baahubali 2' is second on this list, with an opening day worldwide gross of Rs. 214.5 crores, holding the record for the highest Indian opening grosser for five years until RRR. 3. Salaar (2023)  Featuring Prabhas under the direction of Prashant Neel, 'Salaar' collected Rs. 178.7 crores on its opening day, making it the highest-grossing film of 2023. Prabhas’s formidable presence was well received in action sequences, making 'Salaar' a fan favorite. 4. KGF 2 (2022)  Directed by Prashant Neel and starring Yash, 'KGF 2' broke several box office records, becoming the third highest grossing film on its opening day with collections of Rs. 164.5 crores. 5. Adipurush (2023)  Despite being a dud, 'Adipurush', directed by Om Raut and starring Prabhas as Ram and Kriti Sanon as Sita, managed good gross collections on its first day of Rs. 136.8 crores. 6. Jawan (2023)  Starring Bollywood's Shah Rukh Khan and directed by prominent South Indian director Atlee, 'Jawan' collected Rs. 129.6 crores on its opening day, setting a record for the highest opening day collection in Hindi cinema history. 7. Saaho (2019)  This action-packed film starring Prabhas and directed by Sujeeth, collected over Rs. 125.6 crores on its first day, confirming its blockbuster status. 8. Robo 2.0 (2018)  Starring Rajinikanth and directed by Shankar, with Akshay Kumar as the villain, 'Robo 2.0' collected Rs. 105.6 crores on its opening day but couldn’t maintain its momentum later. 9. Pathaan (2023)  Featuring Shah Rukh Khan, 'Pathaan' began the year with an opening day collection of Rs. 104.8 crores, giving Shah Rukh Khan a much-needed hit. 10. Jailer (2023)  The latest movie starring Rajinikanth, 'Jailer' also set a record by collecting Rs. 91.2 crores on its first day, becoming the first Tamil film to achieve such high collections and overall grossing over Rs. 650 crores. The film is also performing well on OTT platforms.
      June 26 , 2024
      Kalki 2898 AD Day 1 Collections: Increased Ticket Prices still missed to beat RRR.
      Kalki 2898 AD Day 1 Collections: Increased Ticket Prices still missed to beat RRR.
      The film 'Kalki 2898 AD,' directed by Nag Ashwin and starring pan-India star Prabhas, was released worldwide on Thursday, June 27th, and is receiving rave reviews everywhere. With the positive talk coming from all sides, audiences are showing great enthusiasm for this movie. As 'Kalki' becomes a super hit, everyone's attention is now focused on its first-day collections. The film, a visual wonder in the mythology-futuristic genre, was estimated by trade circles to collect over ₹200 crores on its first day. Did 'Kalki' reach that mark? How did Prabhas' mania impact the box office? What all-time record did 'Kalki' create in the US? Let's find out in this review. Day 1 Collections All eyes are currently on the Day 1 collections of 'Kalki 2898 AD.' The production house, Vyjayanthi Movies, has officially announced the first day's earnings. The makers declared that 'Kalki' amassed ₹191.5 crores (GROSS) worldwide on its first day. They also released a special poster with the caption "Let's Celebrate Cinema." Initially, trade circles had predicted that 'Kalki' would collect over ₹200 crores on its first day, with analyses suggesting that all previous Day 1 records would be broken. However, 'Kalki' narrowly missed the ₹200 crore mark. Despite this, industry experts predict that 'Kalki' will surely join the ₹500 crore club by the end of this weekend. All-Time Record Prabhas' 'Kalki' is creating a sensation in North America. The local audience is impressed by the performances of Prabhas and other top stars. Consequently, 'Kalki' set an all-time record in North America. It garnered a whopping $3.8 million from North American premieres, the highest collection for an Indian film in that region. 'Kalki' has thus achieved the distinction of being the first Indian film to earn this much. Following 'Kalki' are 'RRR' ($3.46 million), 'Salaar' ($2.6 million), and 'Baahubali 2' ($2.45 million). Overseas Collections Combining premieres and first-day collections, trade circles report that 'Kalki' collected $5 million on its first day in America. Among Telugu films, 'Kalki' secured the 5th position for the highest collections in just one day. It also set a record as the fastest film to collect $5 million. If these collections continue, 'Kalki' is expected to set a benchmark overseas. Experts predict that the collections will increase further over the weekend. 'RRR' Record Safe! According to trade figures, 'Kalki 2898 AD' could not surpass the 'RRR' record. 'RRR' collected ₹223 crores (GROSS) on its first day, making it the top Indian film in terms of Day 1 collections. As per trade estimates, 'Kalki 2898 AD' halted at ₹180 crores, leaving the 'RRR' record intact. 'Baahubali 2' stands in second place with ₹217 crores. While 'Kalki' couldn't break these records, it surpassed the records of 'KGF 2' (₹164.5 crores), 'Salaar' (₹158 crores), 'Adipurush' (₹136.8 crores), and 'Saaho' (₹125.6 crores) to secure a place in the top three. Match Effect on Collections The 'Kalki 2898 AD' team lagged in promoting the film on a grand scale like 'Baahubali 2' and 'RRR.' If they had done extensive promotions, the movie might have created new records. The T20 World Cup also affected the film's collections. The audience's interest in watching the India-England semi-final match on Thursday evening turned into a slight disadvantage. Additionally, Thursday being a working day impacted 'Kalki's' collections. However, with positive talk everywhere, the collections of 'Kalki' are expected to increase significantly over the weekend. Top 10 Highest Opening Day Collections in India 1. RRR (2022)  Directed by S.S. Rajamouli and starring Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, RRR set the record for the highest grossing film on its opening day, collecting Rs. 223.5 crores and sweeping all previous records. 2. Baahubali 2 (2017)  Also directed by Rajamouli, 'Baahubali 2' is second on this list, with an opening day worldwide gross of Rs. 214.5 crores, holding the record for the highest Indian opening grosser for five years until RRR. 3. Salaar (2023)  Featuring Prabhas under the direction of Prashant Neel, 'Salaar' collected Rs. 178.7 crores on its opening day, making it the highest-grossing film of 2023. Prabhas’s formidable presence was well received in action sequences, making 'Salaar' a fan favorite. 4. KGF 2 (2022)  Directed by Prashant Neel and starring Yash, 'KGF 2' broke several box office records, becoming the third highest grossing film on its opening day with collections of Rs. 164.5 crores. 5. Adipurush (2023)  Despite being a dud, 'Adipurush', directed by Om Raut and starring Prabhas as Ram and Kriti Sanon as Sita, managed good gross collections on its first day of Rs. 136.8 crores. 6. Jawan (2023)  Starring Bollywood's Shah Rukh Khan and directed by prominent South Indian director Atlee, 'Jawan' collected Rs. 129.6 crores on its opening day, setting a record for the highest opening day collection in Hindi cinema history. 7. Saaho (2019)  This action-packed film starring Prabhas and directed by Sujeeth, collected over Rs. 125.6 crores on its first day, confirming its blockbuster status. 8. Robo 2.0 (2018)  Starring Rajinikanth and directed by Shankar, with Akshay Kumar as the villain, 'Robo 2.0' collected Rs. 105.6 crores on its opening day but couldn’t maintain its momentum later. 9. Pathaan (2023)  Featuring Shah Rukh Khan, 'Pathaan' began the year with an opening day collection of Rs. 104.8 crores, giving Shah Rukh Khan a much-needed hit. 10. Jailer (2023)  The latest movie starring Rajinikanth, 'Jailer' also set a record by collecting Rs. 91.2 crores on its first day, becoming the first Tamil film to achieve such high collections and overall grossing over Rs. 650 crores. The film is also performing well on OTT platforms.
      June 28 , 2024

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