Pawan Kalyan’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh is set to hit theatres tomorrow as the first major Tollywood release of the summer. The makers initially scheduled the film for March 26th but later preponed it to capitalize on the Ugadi festival weekend.
Pre-Release Business and Breakeven Target
The film has closed its worldwide theatrical business at ₹127 Cr, setting the breakeven target at the same share level. To achieve this, Ustaad Bhagat Singh needs to gross around ₹200 Cr worldwide. This is a significant milestone for the Pawan Kalyan starrer.
Runtime and Censor Details
The CBFC has certified the film with a U/A certificate, and it runs for 154 minutes, which is considered ideal for a commercial entertainer. The first half runs for 72 minutes, largely focusing on action and entertainment, while the second half (82 minutes) leans more towards emotion along with action.
Advance Bookings Update
Coming to advance bookings, advance bookings are currently on the lower side. In India, the film has registered around ₹13.5 Cr in advances, while overseas bookings stand at approximately ₹4.5 Cr, taking the total worldwide advance bookings to ₹18 Cr.
These numbers are low considering the film’s scale and expectations. With the Ustaad Bhagat Singh release just hours away, the film now needs a strong push in bookings along with positive word of mouth from the initial shows to ensure a solid opening at the box office.