Sai Tej's latest supernatural thriller "Virupaksha" has created waves at the global box office. The film, which was released on April 22, has been met with overwhelmingly positive feedback from both critics and fans alike, and has already accumulated an estimated Rs 12 crore in earnings.
This impressive figure makes "Virupaksha" the second-highest opener of Sai Tej's career, trailing only behind his previous hit "Winner." The Telugu audience in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana has been particularly receptive to the film, with a total share of Rs 4.79 crore on its inaugural day.
The film has achieved a significant milestone in the Nizam region, where it obtained the highest-ever share of Rs 1.82 crore. This accomplishment is a notable achievement for Sai Tej, who has been dubbed the Mega hero by his fans.
The positive reception of "Virupaksha" has extended beyond the Indian subcontinent, with the film grossing almost $275K in North America as of 8 PM on its opening day. Industry analysts predict that the revenue will exceed $300K by the end of Friday, making it a success story overseas as well.
The following are the shares of "Virupaksha" in various Andhra Pradesh and Telangana regions on the first day:
Nizam: Rs 1.82 Cr
Uttarandhra: Rs 0.58 Cr
Ceded: Rs 0.54 Cr
Guntur: Rs 0.46 Cr
Nellore: Rs 0.20 Cr
Krishna: Rs 0.32 Cr
West: Rs 0.47 Cr
East: Rs 0.40 Cr
The total share of "Virupaksha" on the first day in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana amounts to Rs 4.79 crore. The impressive figures suggest that the film has resonated with audiences, making it a promising start for the supernatural thriller.
Overall, the success of "Virupaksha" reinforces Sai Tej's reputation as one of the most promising actors in Telugu cinema. With the film continuing to receive positive feedback and strong box office earnings, it appears that "Virupaksha" is on its way to becoming another significant hit in his career.
