Here is a detailed comparison of pre-release business numbers for three major Telugu films: Pawan Kalyan’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh, The Raja Saab, and Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu.
While Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu and The Raja Saab have completed their theatrical runs, Ustaad Bhagat Singh is the next big release. The film will hit theatres on March 19.
Pre-Release Business Breakdown
It is important to note that the figures for The Raja Saab represent only the Telugu version. Meanwhile, Ustaad Bhagat Singh and Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu reflect Telugu business.
Area-wise data:
Nizam – UBS ₹35 Cr | TRS ₹48 Cr | MSVPG ₹32 Cr
Ceeded – UBS ₹16 Cr | TRS ₹21 Cr | MSVPG ₹18 Cr
Andhra – UBS ₹55 Cr | TRS ₹60 Cr | MSVPG ₹55 Cr
Telugu States Total – UBS ₹106 Cr | TRS ₹129 Cr | MSVPG ₹105 Cr
Worldwide Business – UBS ₹127 Cr | TRS ₹160 Cr | MSVPG ₹130 Cr
Among these films, The Raja Saab recorded the highest theatrical business with ₹160 Cr worldwide.
Breakeven Targets and Performance
All three films had massive breakeven targets.
Worldwide breakeven targets:
The Raja Saab – ₹290 Cr
Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu – ₹210 Cr
Ustaad Bhagat Singh – ₹200 Cr
Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu emerged as a blockbuster. The film grossed over ₹300 Cr worldwide and crossed its breakeven comfortably.
Box Office Verdict
The Raja Saab, despite the highest pre-release business, failed to reach its breakeven target. The film ended with around ₹170 Cr gross, leading to a disappointing result.
Ustaad Bhagat Singh is yet to release and will arrive in theatres on March 19. With a breakeven target of ₹200 Cr, expectations remain high.
The Ustaad Bhagat Singh vs Raja Saab comparison shows that pre-release business does not guarantee box office success.
Industry buzz around big films remains strong, but final performance depends on audience response.