Devara – Part 1 Storms the Box Office with Massive Opening Day Collection
“Devara – Part 1,” the highly anticipated action thriller starring Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan, and Janhvi Kapoor, has taken the box office by storm with its impressive opening day collection. The film, directed by Koratala Siva, hit the screens on September 27, 2024, and has already set the cash registers ringing.
Impressive Numbers Across India
According to reports, “Devara – Part 1” has grossed an estimated ₹140 crore worldwide on its opening day. The film’s India net collection across all languages stands at around ₹17.17 crore.
In the Hindi market, the film managed to collect ₹5 to ₹6 crore on its first day, indicating a relatively weaker performance compared to its Telugu release.
Pre-Release Business and Expectations
Prior to its release, “Devara – Part 1” had already generated significant buzz, with a reported pre-release business of ₹184 crore worldwide. The film’s strong start suggests it could potentially reach a total collection of around ₹140 crore worldwide, depending on audience reception and word-of-mouth.
Comparisons with Other Releases
“Devara – Part 1” has managed to outperform recent releases like “Adipurush” and “Jawan” in terms of opening day collections. However, it still falls short of the record set by “RRR,” which grossed ₹223 crore on its opening day.
Screens and Budget
The film was released on approximately 7,250 screens worldwide, including 3,600 screens in India and 3,650 screens in overseas markets. “Devara – Part 1” was made on an overall budget of ₹300 crores, including the salary cost of the cast and crew.
Conclusion
“Devara – Part 1” has set the box office on fire with its massive opening day collection. The film’s strong performance across India, particularly in the Telugu market, has raised expectations for its future success. As the film continues its run in theaters, it will be interesting to see how it fares against other big-budget releases and whether it can surpass the records set by its predecessors.