Megastar Chiranjeevi’s upcoming film Kaaka is heading towards a historic pre-release business milestone, with its theatrical deals already generating considerable excitement in trade circles. Scheduled to arrive in theatres on January 13 for the Sankranti festival, the Bobby Kolli directorial is expected to register the biggest theatrical business of Chiranjeevi’s career. The film’s business in the Telugu states alone is currently estimated at over ₹120 crore. With overseas and other territories factored in, the worldwide theatrical business is expected to touch approximately ₹150 crore, making it a massive pre-release achievement for the Megastar.
Why the Trade Is Betting Big on Kaaka
Two major factors are driving the extraordinary business surrounding Kaaka. Chiranjeevi’s impressive Sankranti track record is one of them. Films such as Khaidi No. 150, Waltair Veerayya and Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu have enjoyed major success during the festive season, making his January releases particularly attractive to distributors. The second factor is his reunion with director Bobby Kolli, with whom he delivered Waltair Veerayya, one of the biggest hits of his second innings. The combination has raised expectations among fans and trade circles, with many hoping the duo will recreate their previous success.
Chiranjeevi’s Character and Star Cast
In Kaaka, Chiranjeevi plays Satyam, a supervisor at a shrimp farming factory who conceals a violent side beneath his ordinary appearance. The actor will be seen in two distinct looks, including that of a bespectacled middle-class man and a younger, energetic version of the character. Anaswara Rajan and Nivetha Pethuraj play key roles, while Sunil, Getup Srinu and Anurag Kashyap are also part of the cast. Thaman S has composed the music, and the film is produced by Venkat K. Narayana under the KVN Productions banner.
