Anaganaga Oka Raju Box Office Collection: Naveen Polishetty’s romantic comedy-drama, released on January 14, 2026 (during the Sankranti festive period), has turned out to be a major sleeper hit in Tollywood. Co-starring Meenakshii Chaudhary and featuring strong supporting performances, the film overcame tough competition from bigger Sankranti releases through excellent word-of-mouth, relatable humor, charming lead chemistry, and family-oriented entertainment value. Made on a modest budget (around ₹8 crore as per industry estimates), it has delivered extraordinary returns, crossing 500% profit margins early and establishing itself as one of the most profitable Indian films of 2026 so far. As of January 30, 2026 (around Day 16-17, with third week ongoing), the film has grossed approximately ₹78-83 crore worldwide (domestic gross around ₹58-60 crore+, overseas around ₹20 crore; figures show steady additions in the third week, with potential for minor final tweaks).
Total Worldwide Collections
- Worldwide Gross: ₹78-83 crore (strong mid-budget performer; crossed ₹75 crore mark by Day 13, with continued hold).
- India Gross: ₹58-60 crore+ (after taxes; core domestic strength).
- Overseas Gross: ₹20 crore (~$2.2-2.5 million; respectable for a comedy, driven by North America and other diaspora markets; marked a solid milestone for the genre).
India Net Total (Lifetime / Till Day 15-16): ₹49-50 crore+ (Telugu version dominant; entered super hit territory with impressive legs relative to scale).
With such low costs, the film achieved massive ROI (over 500% profit reported by Day 14, with profits around ₹40-41 crore on ₹48-49 crore collections), making it a textbook success story. Non-theatrical revenues (OTT, satellite) are expected to be lucrative given its positive reception and broad appeal.
Area-wise / Region-wise Collections (India Focus, Approx. Lifetime / Till Recent Days) The film’s primary strength lay in Telugu states, where word-of-mouth sustained runs despite big releases sharing screens.
- Andhra Pradesh + Telangana (AP/TG): Core contributor (~70-80%+ of India total; strong in Nizam, Ceded, and other circuits). Telugu version held exceptionally well post-festive period.
- Karnataka: Moderate additions (steady support in key areas).
- Tamil Nadu + Kerala: Limited (dubbed versions had niche draw).
- Rest of India: Minimal but consistent in select markets.
- Overseas: ₹20 crore gross (decent mid-tier performance; helped by positive buzz among Telugu audiences abroad).
Day-wise India Net Collections (All Languages Combined) Figures are approximate industry estimates (in ₹ crore; slight variations possible; notable second-weekend surges boosted totals):
- Day 1 (Wednesday, Jan 14): ₹6.15 crore (encouraging mid-festive start).
- Day 2 (Thursday, Jan 15): ₹7.4 crore (+20%).
- Day 3 (Friday, Jan 16): ₹7 crore (slight dip).
- Day 4 (Saturday, Jan 17): ₹7.15 crore (+2%).
- Day 5 (Sunday, Jan 18): ₹6.25 crore (-12%).
- Day 6 (Monday, Jan 19): ₹2.55 crore (sharp weekday drop).
- Day 7 (Tuesday, Jan 20): ₹1.8 crore.
- Day 8 (Wednesday, Jan 21): ₹1.25-1.3 crore.
- Day 9 (Thursday, Jan 22): ₹1.1 crore.
- Week 1 Total: ₹40.65 crore (solid foundation).
- Day 10 (Friday, Jan 23): ₹1.1-1.17 crore.
- Day 11 (Saturday, Jan 24): ₹1.8-2.29 crore (strong jump).
- Day 12 (Sunday, Jan 25): ₹2.5 crore (second weekend boost).
- Day 13 (Monday, Jan 26): ₹2 crore (Republic Day hold aided).
- Day 14 (Tuesday, Jan 27): ₹0.7-0.7 crore (lowest so far).
- Day 15 (Wednesday, Jan 28): ₹0.6 crore (minor decline; steady).
- Day 16 (Thursday, Jan 29): Low single digits (ongoing).
Week-wise Summary (India Net Approx.)
- Week 1: ₹40.65 crore (strong base despite competition).
- Week 2: ₹8-10 crore+ (good retention with weekend surges).
- Total Till Day 15-16: ₹49-50 crore+ (on track for ₹55-60 crore final India net projection).
Worldwide Gross Breakdown (Key Milestones)
- Opening Day: Around ₹14-15 crore gross (decent festive entry).
- First 5 Days: ₹69.5 crore gross (early momentum).
- 13 Days: Over ₹75 crore gross (second weekend push).
- 16 Days: ₹78-83 crore gross (stabilized; minor third-week additions expected).
- Lifetime Projection: ₹80-85 crore gross (poised for final milestones like ₹50 crore+ India net soon).
Verdict and Analysis Verdict: Super Hit / Blockbuster (relative to budget; one of 2026’s standout profitable ventures, with exceptional ROI and sustained appeal).
Positive Angles: Low production costs maximized profits; Naveen Polishetty’s comedic timing and charm drove repeat viewings; family-friendly rom-com resonated amid high-budget clashes; emerged as a “content winner” in Sankranti, proving word-of-mouth trumps hype.
Negative/Nuances: Sharp post-Week 1 weekday drops (common for mid-budget films after festive highs); overseas performance solid but not explosive (comedy genre less globally exportable than mass/action films); limited pan-India scale due to regional focus.
Comparisons: Far superior profitability to many bigger-budget underperformers; held better longevity than expected against Sankranti giants; positions Naveen Polishetty as a consistent hit-maker for cost-effective entertainers.
Implications: Demonstrates viability of mid-budget, script-driven comedies in Tollywood; encourages producers to prioritize content and star chemistry over extravagant spends; highlights audience preference for light-hearted, relatable stories in competitive windows; sets a benchmark for ROI-driven successes; could inspire similar low-risk projects in 2026. Edge cases: Festive release provided initial lift but intense competition diluted openings; strong second/third-week legs compensated via organic buzz; overseas contained due to genre limitations, yet still contributed meaningfully to totals.
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