Naveen Polishetty's latest film, Anaganaga Oka Raju, has emerged as the second most popular movie among audiences, right after Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu for this Sankranthi. The rural comedy has been registering impressive numbers at the box office, with a worldwide gross of ₹82 crores in just four days.
With Anaganaga Oka Raju, Naveen Polishetty has achieved a hat-trick of $1 million dollar films at the US Box Office, following the success of Jathirathnalu and Miss Shetty Mister Polishetty. The film has also reached break-even status across all centers, crossing ₹30 crore share and taking all parties involved into profits. The strong advance bookings for Sunday indicate that the film is likely to cross the ₹100 crore mark within its first week itself.
The film's success can be attributed to its engaging comedy, strong performance by Naveen Polishetty, and festive timing. Directed by Maari, Anaganaga Oka Raju has been praised for its simple yet effective narrative, with Naveen Polishetty's comic timing being a major highlight. The film is also benefiting from the Sankranti holiday season, which has contributed to its impressive box office performance.
As Anaganaga Oka Raju continues its successful run, it's clear that Naveen Polishetty has delivered another hit film. With its current momentum, the film is poised to become one of the biggest successes of 2026.