Jr NTR’s latest action-packed film Devara: Part 1, directed by Koratala Siva, has taken the box office by storm. The highly anticipated movie grossed a whopping ₹250 crore globally by the end of its opening weekend. Released on September 27, Devara saw a phenomenal start and continued to dominate the box office through its first three days, becoming the second-highest-grossing film worldwide over the weekend.
Devara’s Eventful Opening Weekend
Devara: Part 1 made an exceptional debut, grossing ₹172 crore worldwide on its first day, setting the stage for a highly successful weekend. By Sunday, the film had collected an additional ₹40 crore, pushing its total past the ₹250-crore mark. The film’s production house, Yuvasudha Arts, confirmed that it had earned ₹243 crore in just two days, and Sunday’s earnings cemented its standing as a box office juggernaut.
Global Success for Devara
As per Comscore, Devara stands at number two in the list of highest-grossing films worldwide during the weekend. The movie earned $32.93 million (₹275 crore) globally, placing it behind only The Wild Robot, which grossed $44 million. Impressively, Devara surpassed Hollywood titles like Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and Transformers One, showcasing its global appeal. However, it’s worth noting that those films were not in their opening weekend, giving Devara the advantage of a grand debut.
Domestic Success of Devara: Part 1
Devara: Part 1 has made waves not only globally but also at the Indian box office. Although figures vary from source to source due to the opacity of India’s box office tracking system, the movie’s domestic performance remains impressive. According to Sacnilk, Devara earned ₹161 crore net in India by the end of its first weekend. The film showed a 5% jump on Sunday, grossing ₹40 crore domestically.
The real challenge for Devara will begin on Monday as the weekend buzz cools down and weekday collections begin. Trade experts are watching closely to see how well the film sustains its momentum.
What’s Next for Devara?
The success of Devara: Part 1 has cemented Jr NTR’s position as one of the most bankable stars in Indian cinema. Fans are already eagerly awaiting Devara: Part 2, and given the film’s grand start, expectations for the sequel are sky-high. The movie’s stunning visuals, gripping storyline, and high-octane action sequences have captivated audiences both in India and abroad.
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Conclusion
With a stellar opening weekend and over ₹250 crore in global box office earnings, Devara: Part 1 has proven to be a massive success. The combination of Jr NTR‘s star power,
Koratala Siva‘s direction, and the film’s ambitious scale has set a new benchmark in Indian cinema. As the movie continues its box office run,
all eyes will be on how well it performs in the coming weeks.
