Chiranjeevi’s ‘Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu’ storms into ₹100 crore club in just two days

Hyderabad :Megastar Chiranjeevi has delivered a massive box-office comeback with his latest film ‘Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu’, which was released on the occasion of Sankranti and has gone on to achieve unprecedented success. Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the family entertainer has crossed the ₹100 crore mark worldwide within just two days of its release, earning blockbuster status and reaffirming Chiranjeevi’s enduring star power.

The film hit theatres globally on January 12 amid huge expectations and festive fervour. From its first show, Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu received a strong response from audiences across age groups. Chiranjeevi’s energetic performance, trademark dance moves, and impeccable comic timing have been widely appreciated, with fans and family audiences thronging theatres in large numbers.

According to the makers, the film collected a remarkable ₹84 crore worldwide through premieres and the first day alone. The momentum continued on the second day, with the movie earning an additional ₹19.50 crore, taking its total collection past the coveted ₹100 crore milestone within 48 hours. Trade analysts have termed this achievement a major milestone, especially in the context of Chiranjeevi’s recent films, making this one of his biggest openings in recent years.

Actress Nayanthara, who plays the female lead, has added significant value to the film with her strong screen presence and chemistry with the Megastar. The film’s clean, family-friendly narrative has emerged as one of its biggest strengths, attracting children, adults, and senior citizens alike during the festive season. Director Anil Ravipudi’s signature style of wholesome entertainment, blended with emotion, humour, and mass appeal, has struck a chord with the audience.

Another major highlight of the film is the special guest appearance by Venkatesh, which has drawn loud cheers in theatres. The music, catchy songs, colourful visuals, and engaging screenplay have further contributed to the film’s success. Several celebrities have also been seen praising the film publicly, adding to the positive buzz.

With Sankranti traditionally being a lucrative season for Telugu cinema, Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu has emerged as one of the biggest festival hits. Trade circles believe the film is well-positioned for a long and successful run at the box office in the coming days.

For Chiranjeevi, this film marks a significant comeback, proving once again that the Megastar continues to command immense popularity and box-office pull, even decades into his illustrious career.