On its first day of release, Ustaad Bhagat Singh managed to secure Rs 31.50 crore in net collections (India business). The film played across a staggering 4,607 shows nationwide, with the majority concentrated in the Telugu states.
Ustaad Bhagat Singh gross collections
When accounting for total ticket sales before taxes and levies, the film’s gross collections stood at Rs 37.17 crore on Day 1 (March 19). High occupancy was reported in mass circuits across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. However, it remains to be seen whether the film will sustain this momentum over the crucial Friday–Sunday weekend. The opening numbers were strong despite mixed reviews and competition from Dhurandhar 2, largely due to the Ugadi festive season. However, the film falls short when compared to They Call Him OG, Pawan Kalyan’s previous release, which grossed Rs 145 crore worldwide on its opening day.
Director Harish Shankar exudes confidence
At a post-release press meet on Thursday, director Harish Shankar expressed confidence that Ustaad Bhagat Singh will witness a surge in collections in the coming days. Producer Y. Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movie Makers stated that distributors across territories are expected to achieve breakeven by Sunday (Day 4).
The film was made on a relatively modest budget for a Pawan Kalyan starrer, with compact production schedules. Producer Naveen Yerneni had earlier revealed that the actor did not charge an upfront fee, helping keep costs under control. Ustaad Bhagat Singh also stars Raashii Khanna and Sreeleela, with the latter playing a more prominent role. R. Parthiban essays the antagonist Nalla Nagappa, a ruthless politician aspiring to become the Chief Minister of Telangana. Rao Ramesh and others appear in supporting roles. Thaman has composed the background score, while Devi Sri Prasad has handled the songs.
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