Super Star Mahesh Babu’s hilarious action entertainer Sarileru Neekevvaru helmed by Anil Ravipudi is heading for a grand release on January 11th. Meanwhile, the film’s pre-release function will be held today with megastar Chiranjeevi attending it as a chief guest.
Buzz is quite high on Sarileru Neekevvaru which has done remarkable pre-release business. The film’s theatrical rights for Telugu states were sold for Rs 76.60 Cr. Overall; worldwide theatrical rights of the film valued 100.30 Cr which is highest ever for Mahesh Babu whose previous best was Bharat Ane Nenu (99 Cr). The film needs to collect around 101 Cr for breakeven.
The film will definitely capitalize on Sankranthi holidays in raking huge openings. But, only positive talk can help it recover the full investment. Here’s area wise breakup list of the film’s business.
AREA BUSINESS (IN CRORES)
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NIZAM 25.00
CEDED 12.00
NELLORE 3.20
KRISHNA 6.30
GUNTUR 7.50
VIZAG 9.60
EAST GODAVARI 7.50
WEST GODAVARI 5.50
TOTAL AP & TS 76.70
KARNATAKA 8.30
ROI 1.80
OVERSEAS 13.60
TOTAL WW BUSINESS 100.30