Chiranjeevi’s comeback after a gap of two years has been much awaited by the superstar’s fans. His latest film Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has just hit the theatres and is already turning out to be a money-churner.
The film directed by Anil Ravipudi features Chiranjeevi as an NIA agent, but despite playing an intelligence officer, the superstar’s on-screen moments are filled with humour and wit. With fans calling the film a perfect Pongal entertainer, the film looks all set to add more crores to its collection in the coming days.
Supported by an extended cameo from Venkatesh Daggubati and the refreshing screen presence of Nayanthara, the film has been getting positive reviews from all quarters.
As Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan sees a release delay and Prabhas’s Raja Saab records disappointing box office collection after Day 1, it looks like Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu may bring much-needed respite to the box office.
Film’s fascinating box office journey
On Day 1, the film has registered an impressive start with Rs 28.5 crore in India, and going by the word of mouth, it’s poised to grow further. As per Sacnilk, the rough estimate for the film’s total collections is Rs 38.44 crore approx. so far.
As for the worldwide gross, as per an Indian Express report, the Chiranjeevi comedy has garnered Rs 84 crore, and is well on its path to enter Rs 100 crore club. According to Koimoi, paid premieres for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu on January 11 in India and North America got a terrific response. As per Track Tollywood, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu grossed Rs 24 crore gross (approx) at the worldwide box office through paid premieres.
Chiranjeevi’s long-awaited comeback
Chiranjeevi’s comeback has been long awaited after 2023 turned out to be a mixed year for him as far as box office success was concerned. While he scored a hit with Waltair Veerayya, he couldn’t create the same magic with Bhola Shankar in the same year. Coming up next is Vishwambhara, a fantasy film, set to release later in 2026.
Apart from Chiranjeevi, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu also stars Venkatesh, Nayanthara, and Catherine Tresa in key roles
‘Pakka Pongal entertainer’: What netizens are saying about the Chiranjeevi film
Fans have said the film offers a wholesome experience to the fans and is the perfect Sankranti release
“Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu delivers exactly what it promises, a wholesome Sankranti entertainer aimed squarely at family audiences,” wrote a user.
“It’s a pakka Pongal entertainer packed with fun, emotions, high-energy action, and mass moments that scream Sankranti feast! Must watch. Paisa vasool family entertainer,” another user chimed in.