Mana ShankaraVaraprasad Garu Box Office Collection: Megastar Chiranjeevi’s family action-comedy entertainer, directed by Anil Ravipudi and released on January 12, 2026 (Sankranti festive window), has proven to be a massive commercial triumph.
Featuring Chiranjeevi alongside Nayanthara, Venkatesh, and others, the film rode on strong positive word-of-mouth, festive holiday boosts (including Republic Day on Jan 26), emotional family appeal, mass elements, and excellent theatrical hold.
It marked Chiranjeevi’s biggest post-COVID success, his first 200 Cr+ net grosser in India, surpassed his previous career highs (like Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy in some metrics), became the highest Sankranti grosser in Tollywood history (net India), and delivered blockbuster profits.
As of January 30, 2026 (around Day 18-19, third Thursday/Friday ongoing), the film has amassed approximately Rs 280 Cr gross worldwide (Sacnilk reports ~Rs 280 Cr WW gross, with India gross ~Rs 237.85-238 Cr and overseas ~Rs 42.15 Cr; around Rs 238-265+ Cr WW in earlier phases, but latest tallies converge here with minor additions).
Total Worldwide Collections
- Worldwide Gross: Rs 280 Cr (Sacnilk/Pinkvilla estimates; some early claims higher at Rs 265-300 Cr range, but stabilized around 280 Cr as per latest trackers).
- India Gross: Rs 237.85-238.27 Cr (after taxes; strong domestic dominance).
- Overseas Gross: Rs 42.15 Cr (~$4.5-5 million; highest for an Anil Ravipudi film and a career milestone for Chiranjeevi, driven by North America, Gulf, and diaspora markets).
India Net Total (Lifetime / Till Day 18): Rs 201.74-201.93 Cr (Telugu primary, with dubbed versions contributing modestly; entered 200 Cr club on Day 17, now Chiranjeevi’s first-ever 200 Cr+ net film).
The film recovered its reported budget (estimates vary: some sources Rs 200 Cr including prints/publicity, others lower at Rs 28 Cr production—likely the latter is core budget) fully by Day 17, turning pure profits from theatricals onward. OTT/satellite rights (high due to family appeal and star power) will amplify earnings further.
Area-wise / Region-wise Collections (India Focus, Approx. Lifetime / Till Day 18) AP/TG formed the backbone with exceptional hold, while other regions added steadily via dubbed versions and multiplexes.
- Andhra Pradesh + Telangana (AP/TG) – Nizam, Ceded, UA, Godavari etc.: Dominant (~70-80%+ of India total; ~Rs 209.45 Cr gross from AP/TG circuits alone per Sacnilk breakdowns). Telugu version sustained massive footfalls during Sankranti/Republic Day.
- Karnataka: Rs 21.3 Cr gross (solid support).
- Tamil Nadu + Kerala: Minimal (~Rs 3 Cr combined gross; dubbed versions had niche appeal).
- Rest of India: Rs ~4 Cr gross (steady in multiplexes).
- Overseas: Rs 42.15 Cr gross (strong NRI love; crossed $4.5M milestone, highest for Chiranjeevi in recent years).
Day-wise India Net Collections (All Languages Combined) Figures are approximate early estimates from Sacnilk, Koimoi, Pinkvilla, Bollymoviereviewz (in Rs Cr; variations due to revisions; extended Sankranti/Republic Day weeks boosted totals):
- Day 0 (Previews/Sunday, Jan 11): ~Rs 11.25 Cr gross contribution.
- Day 1 (Monday, Jan 12 – Sankranti opening): Rs 38.75 Cr gross / strong net start.
- Day 2 (Tuesday, Jan 13): Rs 22.15 Cr gross.
- Day 3 (Wednesday, Jan 14): Rs 23 Cr gross.
- Day 4 (Thursday, Jan 15): Rs 26.1 Cr gross.
- Day 5-7 (Fri-Sun, Jan 16-18): Rs 23.15 + 22.35 + 20.85 Cr gross (weekend hold).
- Week 1 (extended 11 days incl. holidays): Rs 179.15-212.6 Cr gross / high net.
- Day 12 (Fri, Jan 23): Rs ~2.65-3.15 Cr net.
- Day 13 (Sat, Jan 24): Rs ~4.25-5 Cr net.
- Day 14 (Sun, Jan 25): Rs ~6.2-7.15 Cr net.
- Day 15 (Mon, Jan 26 – Republic Day): Rs ~5-5.95 Cr net (holiday boost).
- Day 16 (Tue, Jan 27): Rs ~2.1-2.5 Cr net.
- Day 17 (Wed, Jan 28): Rs 1.34-1.5 Cr net.
- Day 18 (Thu, Jan 29): Rs 1.09-1.28 Cr net (minimal drop; excellent for third Thursday).
Week-wise Summary (India Net Approx.)
- Extended Week 1 (11 days): Rs 179.15 Cr+.
- Week 2: Rs ~22.76 Cr (strong hold, 87% drop from opening week but festive legs).
- Total Till Day 18: Rs 201.74-201.93 Cr (now highest Sankranti net grosser in Tollywood, surpassing Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo ~200.98 Cr and HanuMan ~201.91 Cr).
Worldwide Gross Breakdown (Key Milestones)
- Opening Day: Rs ~65-70 Cr gross (India ~Rs 44.75 Cr + overseas $2.3M).
- First Week/11 Days: Rs 222.5-300 Cr+ gross (crossed 300 Cr WW early).
- Till Day 15-18: Rs 265-280 Cr gross (stabilized; overseas $4.5M+).
- Lifetime Projection: Rs 280-300 Cr gross (minor additions expected; strong legs post-holidays).
Verdict and Analysis Verdict: Blockbuster / All-Time Industry Hit for Tollywood (clean success; highest Sankranti grosser net in India, Chiranjeevi’s biggest recent hit, and post-COVID milestone for senior stars).
Positive Angles: Exceptional festive timing maximized collections; family + mass content resonated; Chiranjeevi’s charisma + Venkatesh cameo boosted appeal; became Chiranjeevi’s career revival post-Bhola Shankar flop; first senior Telugu star to cross 500 Cr+ cumulative post-COVID net (including this film’s ~202 Cr).
Negative/Nuances: Some early mixed reviews on pacing; sharp second-week drops (expected post-festive); limited non-Telugu appeal (dubbed versions modest); budget recovery debates (if higher budget claims hold, profits still solid via non-theatricals).
Comparisons: Outperformed The Raja Saab (clash film); surpassed previous Sankranti hits like Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo/HanuMan in net; better longevity than many biggies; edges as Chiranjeevi’s top grosser in recent era.
Implications: Reinforces family entertainers + star power + Sankranti/Republic Day formula in Tollywood; boosts confidence for veteran-led films; sets benchmark for 2026 Sankranti clashes; highlights audience preference for feel-good content amid high-risk biggies; potential for sequels/franchise if momentum continues. Edge cases: Holiday reliance caused post-festive drops, but no major competition ensured sustained run; overseas strong but genre-specific (family appeal helped diaspora turnout).
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