The highly anticipated Telugu action drama, Devara Part 1, starring Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan, and Janhvi Kapoor, has made a colossal impact at the box office. Directed by Koratala Siva, the film has achieved remarkable success globally, especially in its opening weekend.
Global Box Office Success
In its first weekend, Devara Part 1 has grossed an impressive 304 crore worldwide. This feat places the film as the world's 2nd highest grossing film in its opening weekend, surpassing notable titles like Transformers . The film collected 190 crore gross in India and saw significant earnings internationally, including $5 million in the US, 440,131 in the UK and Ireland, and over $750,000 in Australia.
Domestic Box Office Performance
Domestically, the film opened to a staggering Rs 82.5 crore on its first day and continued to perform well over the weekend, adding another Rs 78.5 crore to make its total domestic box office collection Rs 161 crore in just three days. The Hindi version of the film contributed significantly, with collections increasing from Rs 7.5 crore on Day 1 to Rs 11 crore on Day 3.
International Reception
Internationally, Devara Part 1 grossed USD 7.25 million in its opening weekend, with over USD 5 million coming from the first day alone. Despite a significant drop on the fourth day, the film's international distributors are expected to make a profit due to the reasonable sale of rights.
Film's Plot and Cast
The film tells the story of Devara, a man feared and respected across four villages in a coastal region. Played by Jr NTR in dual roles as Devara and his son Vara, the movie follows their journey as they navigate through a life of crime and eventually turn against it. The cast also includes Saif Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Shruti Marathe, Prakash Raj, and several other notable actors.
Future Prospects and Celebrations
Given its massive success, plans for a sequel are already in discussion. The film's success has solidified Jr NTR and Koratala Siva's position as a formidable duo in the film industry. A grand success celebration event is also being planned to commemorate the film's achievements.
