Pawan Kalyan’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh faces a distribution hurdle in Uttarandhra just days before its theatrical release, with the regional distributor yet to pay the full amount for the ₹14.4 Cr pre-release business deal.
Payment Delay Creates Uncertainty
The Uttarandhra distribution rights were sold for ₹14.4 Cr, marking the second-biggest business in Pawan Kalyan’s career for the region. However, with the film set to release in just two days, the distributor has not completed the payment, creating uncertainty around its release plans in the territory.
Ticket bookings for Ustaad Bhagat Singh began partially in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana last evening, with fans awaiting full-fledged advance bookings. The payment delay is particularly concerning given the proximity to the release date, as the distributor acquired the rights only a few days ago.
Exploring Alternative Distribution Options
Gayatri Films, handling the distribution arrangements, is reportedly working to convince the producers to wait for the payment. However, sources indicate that the producers are not convinced and are actively exploring alternative options — either releasing the film on their own in Uttarandhra or partnering with another distributor willing to pay the committed amount immediately.
The situation mirrors earlier concerns about the film’s business deals leading up to the release. The theatrical business for Ustaad Bhagat Singh has been positioned between Pawan Kalyan’s other major projects, making smooth distribution critical for its box office performance.
With just 48 hours left before release, the producers must finalize the Uttarandhra distribution to ensure smooth bookings and maximize opening day collections.