The countdown for the highly anticipated film Kalki 2898 AD has already begun, with just two weeks remaining until its release. Starring the charismatic Prabhas in the lead role, this magnum opus is poised to become the next big sensation in Indian cinema. While it remains to be seen whether the film will achieve historic success, one thing is certain – it is all set for a massive opening at the Indian box office. This tremendous start has put Mahesh Babu’s 2024 release in jeopardy, creating a sense of competition. Read on to discover more about this exciting development.
Mahesh Babu continues to dominate 2024 with his exceptional day one collection! We are all aware of how Mahesh Babu’s Guntur Kaaram faced tough competition from its Sankranti rival, HanuMan. However, when it comes to an impressive opening day collection, the renowned Tollywood superstar still reigns supreme. Yes, you read that correctly! Babu’s Guntur Kaaram took off with a flying start, amassing a staggering 42 crores net, which still holds as the best opening for an Indian film at the Indian box office in 2024.Kalki 2898 AD set to surpass Guntur Kaaram effortlessly Before achieving the remarkable 42 crores, Guntur Kaaram had already enjoyed a solid advance booking for its first day. It was revealed that prior to the first show, the Mahesh Babu starrer had garnered a gross amount of 24.90 crores through advance bookings (excluding blocked seats). This included over 11.20 lakh sold-out tickets all across the country.
Now, this figure of 24.90 crores gross appears easily surmountable for Prabhas’ Kalki 2898 AD. It is almost certain that the actor will surpass Mahesh Babu and establish the highest pre-sales of 2024 in India under his name. If all goes well in the coming days, this epic masterpiece may even double the advance booking earnings of Guntur Kaaram on its opening day.More about the film Directed by Nag Ashwin, Kalki 2898 AD boasts an ensemble cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Disha Patani, and Kamal Haasan. It is scheduled to release on 27th June 2024, promising an extraordinary cinematic experience for audiences.
