Devara Box Office Advance Booking: Jr NTR’s Film Surges Ahead of Prabhas’ Salaar with 28% Higher Pre-Sales!
Devara: Part 1, starring Telugu superstar Jr NTR, is set to make a significant impact at the box office. The film has already recorded impressive advance bookings, surpassing those of Prabhas’ highly anticipated film Salaar by a notable margin. With pre-sales reaching $2.5 million in North America alone, Devara’s opening day is shaping up to be monumental.
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Full Details on Devara’s Box Office Advance Booking
Stellar Pre-Sales Performance
As of September 26, 2024, Devara has amassed over $2.5 million in premiere pre-sales in North America. This figure represents a 28% increase compared to the advance bookings for Salaar, which indicates a strong demand for Jr NTR’s return to the big screen after his blockbuster success with RRR. The film’s buzz has been amplified by enthusiastic promotions and positive word-of-mouth from early screenings.In India, Devara has secured approximately Rs 43 crore in advance bookings by Thursday morning.
The film sold around 10.74 lakh tickets, contributing to a gross collection of about Rs 27.52 crore without including block seats. The breakdown of ticket sales shows that the Telugu version alone sold over 10.19 lakh tickets, while the Hindi version accounted for more than 41,000 tickets.
Regional Breakdown of Ticket Sales
- Telugu Version: 10.19 lakh tickets worth Rs 26.49 crore
- Hindi Version: Over 41,000 tickets worth Rs 69.95 lakh
- Tamil Version: 6.76 lakh tickets
- Malayalam Version: 1.23 lakh tickets
- Kannada Version: 1.93 lakh tickets
The film’s IMAX showings also performed well, with Telugu IMAX 2D shows selling nearly 3,498 tickets, generating about Rs 21.35 lakh.
Projected Opening Day Collections
Industry experts predict that Devara could gross between Rs 100 to Rs 125 crore worldwide on its opening day, making it one of the biggest openings for a solo release in Indian cinema history. The film is expected to draw substantial audiences in key markets such as Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, where ticket sales are particularly robust.
Strategic Release Window
One of the strategic advantages for Devara is its extended theatrical window of 50 days, especially in the Hindi market. This decision contrasts with many recent South Indian films that opted for shorter runs due to prior OTT commitments. By allowing a longer theatrical presence, the filmmakers aim to capture a broader audience and maximize box office potential.
Director Koratala Siva emphasized that Devara was crafted to resonate across language barriers, aiming for universal appeal rather than targeting specific demographics. He stated, “I believe a film would connect with all language audiences if the story writing process happens organically.”
Competition and Market Dynamics
Devara is not just competing against Salaar; it also faces competition from other major releases like Stree 2 in northern markets. However, its strong pre-sales and favorable reviews could position it well against these films as audiences flock to theaters.
Cast and Crew Highlights
Devara features an ensemble cast including:
- Jr NTR
- Janhvi Kapoor (making her Telugu debut)
- Saif Ali Khan
- Prakash Raj
- Shruti Marathe
- Shine Tom Chacko
The film marks Jr NTR’s first solo release in six years and is expected to surpass his previous highest-grossing solo film, Aravindha Sametha, which earned Rs 58 crore globally on its opening day.
