Suhas starrer Hey Balwanth released yesterday with paid premieres held on Thursday night in limited shows across Telugu states. The team had shown strong confidence in the film before release.
However, after the first day, the audience response has turned out to be mixed. Let’s break down the Hey Balwanth Day 1 box office collection numbers.
Hey Balwanth Review Talk
According to early reviews and public response, the comedy portions in Hey Balwanth are working well, while the emotional drama part has received average feedback.
Overall, the film is being described as a watchable entertainer with Suhas delivering a solid performance in the lead role.
Hey Balwanth Premiere Collection
As per All India online tracked gross:
- Thursday Paid Premieres (Telugu States): ₹10 lakh gross for limited shows
This gave the film a decent start before the official opening day.
Hey Balwanth Day 1 Collection Report
On Day 1, the tracked gross stands at:
| Region | Collection |
|---|---|
| Telangana (incl. Hyderabad) | ₹46 lakh |
| Hyderabad alone | ₹35 lakh |
| Andhra Pradesh | ₹48 lakh |
| Rest of India (ROI) | ₹13 lakh |
| Total India Day 1 | ₹1.08 Cr |
Including premieres, the All India tracked gross stands at ₹1.18 crore.
Overseas opening day is estimated to be around ₹1 crore.
Taking offline sales into account, the overall Hey Balwanth Day 1 box office collection is expected to be in the range of ₹2.5 crore gross worldwide.
Is This a Good Opening for Hey Balwanth?
Considering the scale and genre of the film, this is an average start. It is neither a huge opening nor a disappointing one.
However, since the reviews are mixed, Hey Balwanth needs strong momentum on Saturday and Sunday to sustain at the box office.
The next two days will be crucial for Suhas and the film’s box office journey.