“Jr NTR's Devara, which is raging at the box office, could go down in the opening collection record books.”

“Devara: Part 1 is all set for a spectacular opening with initial projections pointing to a first day global gross of around Rs 140 crore, according to box office returns.” The film has already collected around Rs 23 crore in collections and is benefiting from strong pre-orders across the globe, which indicates great anticipation. Fans of Jr NTR flocked to the theaters and danced and cheered to create a festive atmosphere that reflected their immense love for the actor. The film features a stellar cast including Jr NTR, Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan, with notable performances from Prakash Raj, Srikanth Meka, Tom Shine Chacko and Narain.

Devara Box Office Collections

If Devara is able to gross more than Rs 100 crore on the first day, then he could achieve this feat along with another 12 Indian films. According to sacnilk.com, Jr NTR's RRR tops the list with global day 1 collections of Rs 223 crore on the first day. Directed by the acclaimed Koratala Siva, Devara: Part 1 marks the highly anticipated return of Jr NTR after his global success with RRRwhere he achieved international recognition, including Golden Globe and Oscar awards.

Devara plot and Jr NTR's role

In this latest project, Jr NTR plays a dual role, portraying both Devara and Varadha, key players in a plot set in a coastal region where power struggles and shifting loyalties dictate the plot. Saif Ali Khan plays Bhaira, a Kushti (wrestling) master whose dominance is challenged by Jr NTR's characters.

Adding additional emotional complexity is Janhvi Kapoor in the role of Thangam, a village girl who is involved in a love story with Jr NTR's son. Her character brings a softer, more personal dimension to the intense, action-driven narrative, while the son, in contrast to his father's strong-willed nature, may be forced to engage in ways that reflect his father's challenges.

The film reunites Jr NTR with director Koratala Siva, her previous collaboration Janatha Garage been a great success. Produced by Kosaraju Hari Krishna and Sudhakar Mikkilineni under the banners of NTR Arts and Yuvasudha Arts, the film was presented by Nandamuri Kalyan Ram. It was released in multiple languages ​​including Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi, ensuring wide appeal across different regions.

In preparation for the release, the Andhra Pradesh government approved a temporary hike in ticket prices and permission for special screenings across the state. From September 27, multiplex tickets will be set at ₹135 while single cinemas will charge ₹110 for upper tier tickets and ₹60 for lower tier seats. These prices apply to the first six performances starting at midnight. Starting September 28, the film will be shown five times a day for nine days, giving fans plenty of opportunities to watch the action-packed drama.

Devara: Part 1 promises to be a blockbuster that benefits from the star power of Jr NTR and the direction of Koratala Siva.

Indian films grossed more than Rs 100 crore worldwide on the first day

• RRR – Rs 223 crore
• Baahubali 2 – Rs 217 crore
• Kalki 2898 AD – Rs 177.70 Cr
• KGF: Chapter 2 – Rs 159 crore
• Salaar: Part 1 – Rs 158 crore
• Leo – Rs 142.75 crore
• Saaho – Rs 130 crore
• Jawan – Rs 129 crore
• Adipurush – Rs 127.50 crore
• Tier – Rs 116 crore
• Pathaan – Rs 105 crore
• The GOAT – Rs 100 crore

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