“Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu” is a sensational comeback for Megastar Chiranjeevi. After the setback of ‘Bhola Shankar’ and a two-year break, Chiranjeevi returned this Sankranthi with director Anil Ravipudi’s family entertainer alongside Nayanthara. The film turned into a box office tsunami, collecting nearly ₹350 crore gross worldwide. It became an all-time regional industry hit and even beat biggies like Devara, OG and Salaar in Andhra Pradesh. Both theatrical and non-theatrical business were massive, showing how strongly audiences connected with the film.
In an era where long runs are rare, “Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu” pulled off something special. The film completed 50 days in 109 centers, a trend that had almost vanished in Tollywood. Even more impressive, it has now completed a 100-day run in two centers, Venkateswara Theatre in Mydukuru and Hema Picture Palace in Yerraguntla, both in Kadapa district of Rayalaseema. Reports say it might continue for a few more days in one of these theatres.
The film had all the right ingredients for a long run. Venky Mama’s solid cameo was a hit with fans, and Bheems’ music gave the film great repeat value with chartbuster songs. Produced by Sushmita Konidela and Sahu Garapati, the movie balanced emotion, comedy, and mass appeal perfectly for the festival season. That mix helped it stay strong in theatres even two months after its OTT release.
With this rare 100-day feat, Chiranjeevi has silenced all doubts about his box office pull. Up next, he’s teaming up again with Bobby after their blockbuster ‘Waltair Veerayya’, with the launch event coming soon. Fans are also waiting for his visual spectacle ‘Vishwambhara’, likely to release in June-July. For now though, “Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu” stands as proof that when Chiranjeevi gets the right script, the tsunami at the box office is guaranteed.