The highly anticipated film “Adipurush,” starring Telugu superstar Prabhas, will be released in theatres this Friday. Directed by Om Raut, the mythological drama is a modern retelling of the Hindu epic, Ramayan. Prabhas takes on the role of Lord Ram, while Kriti Sanon portrays Sita, Sunny Singh plays Lakshman, and Saif Ali Khan embodies the character of Ravana.
With a staggering budget of Rs 500 crore, the film opened its bookings on Sunday, raking in an impressive Rs 12 crore. The renowned national theatre chain PVR alone sold over one lakh tickets in the Hindi market, indicating a massive opening at box offices nationwide. Industry experts predict that the film’s opening day collections, across all languages, could reach Rs 50 crore. Film trade analyst Girish Johar estimates this figure, highlighting the immense popularity of the Ramayan saga among Indians.
Notably, the film’s appeal transcends its star-studded cast, as Taran Adarsh, a film trade expert, emphasizes viewers’ strong emotional connection with the Ramayan. Adarsh believes the significance lies in the story, making everything else secondary. Recent reports suggest that the film’s first-day earnings may surpass Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan.
“Adipurush” generates enormous anticipation among audiences, driven by the beloved Ramayan narrative and the star power of Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Saif Ali Khan, and Sunny Singh. With an impressive initial booking response and high expectations for the opening day collection, the film is poised to impact the box office significantly.