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Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire” Achieves Rs 500 Crore Worldwide Box Office Collection on Day 6, Marking Another Success for Prabhas.

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“Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire,” the high-budget Telugu action film, has hit theaters worldwide. Directed by Prashanth Neel, the film premiered on Friday, drawing eager fans who queued up outside cinema halls for the first-day first show.

Starring Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran as Deva and Vardha, the storyline unfolds in the fictional city of Khansaar.

The movie also features Shruti Haasan, Eshwari Rao, Jagapathi Babu, and Sriya Reddy. Scheduled for release in five languages—Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi—Salaar promises an immersive cinematic experience for audiences.

Prabhas is ending 2023 on a high with “Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire,” achieving significant box office success. While it initially outperformed as the biggest opener of 2023, Salaar has faced a gradual decline in collections. According to early estimates from industry tracker Sacnilk, as of 6 pm, the film has garnered a net collection of Rs 11.24 crore in India on Wednesday, reaching an impressive total domestic earnings of Rs 291.54 crore.

Globally, Salaar’s collection stands at Rs 428.9 crore. Despite an impressive start with Rs 90.7 crore in India, the film witnessed a decline to Rs 56.35 crore on Saturday. Sunday saw growth with Rs 62.05 crore, but on Monday (Christmas holiday), collections dropped by 25.38% to Rs 46.3 crore. Tuesday, a working day, witnessed a 46 percent drop, earning just Rs 24.9 crore. A further decline in collection is anticipated on Wednesday.

Box Office Earnings of Salaar

DayBox Office Earning in INR
Day 1 (Friday)90 crores INR
Day 2 (Saturday)60 Crores INR
Day 3 (Monday)60 Crores INR
Day 4 (Tuesday)42 Crores INR
Total Collection Till Now250 Crores INR

Worldwide Box Office Earnings of Salaar

DayWorldwide Box Office
Earnings in INR
Day 1 (Friday)178 Crores INR
Day 2 (Saturday)117 Crores INR
Day 3 (Sunday)100 Crores INR
Total Collection Till Now402 Crores INR

Before Rajamouli, Indian directors were rarely positioned as more critical to a film’s success than the leading actors. In “Salaar,” Prabhas, known for his portrayal of the powerful warrior king Baahubali in Rajamouli’s groundbreaking historical romance “Baahubali,” takes on a prominent role.

Neel, in interviews, has noted that the narrative distinctions between “Ugramm” and “Salaar” were influenced by Prabhas and his co-star Prithviraj Sukumaran. Despite the presence of notable collaborators, “Salaar” remains unequivocally Neel’s creation.

Neel has evolved into a refined filmmaker since “Ugramm,” utilizing his acquired skills to delve even further into a distinctive style he has long contemplated. This evolution is evident, notwithstanding the fact that “Salaar” may be perceived as yet another adolescent fantasy revolving around a virtuous savior and an impending world-altering civil war, with “Salaar: Part 2″ on the horizon.

Salaar review:

Prashanth Neel’s film exhibits a robust first half but experiences a slight dip in pace after the interval. Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran take on the lead roles.

If you believed Sandeep Reddy Vanga delivered the most intense film of the year with Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal, brace yourself for Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire. Writer-director Prashanth Neel unites two superstars on the silver screen, crafting a spellbinding experience that will captivate you and leave you yearning for more.

Actually, I discovered a common theme between Animal and Salaar. While the former revolves around an obsessed son willing to go to any lengths and eliminate anyone threatening his father, Salaar centers on the theme of friendship. Deva (Prabhas) is relentless against anyone who dares to harm his childhood friend Vardha (Prithviraj Sukumaran).

The narrative unfolds as the best friends transform into arch-rivals. However, a word of caution: it’s a gritty watch, quite literally. I can’t recall the last time I witnessed so much blood splattered across the screen. Therefore, if you have a low tolerance for excessive gore and blood, it’s advisable to think twice before securing your tickets.

The three-hour-long saga commences in 1985, where Deva and Vardha share an unbreakable bond, supporting each other through thick and thin. In a challenge, Deva confronts a seasoned wrestler to reclaim Vardha’s nathooni (a clan nose ring) from his stepbrother.

In a reciprocal act, Vardha saves Deva’s mother (Easwari Rao) from his father’s men, relinquishing a significant portion of his clan’s territory. On this fateful night, Deva, accompanied by his mother, departs from the village, disappearing without a trace.


Preview of the Movie “Salaar“

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“Hi Nanna” – Pure Heartstring Tugging Paternal Journey, release on December 21, 2023.

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“Hi Nanna,” translated as “Hi Dad,” is a 2023 Telugu-language romantic drama film marking the directorial debut of Shouryuv. The narrative unfolds with Nani and Mrunal Thakur in the lead roles, supported by a talented ensemble cast including Kiara Khanna, Priyadarshi Pulikonda, Angad Bedi, and Viraj Ashwin. The film’s musical score is crafted by Hesham Abdul Wahab, and the visual and editorial aspects are skillfully overseen by Sanu Varghese and Praveen Anthony.


Originally slated for a global theatrical release on December 21, 2023, “Hi Nanna” underwent a schedule change and hit the screens earlier on December 7, 2023. The film, released on the latter date, garnered mixed reviews from critics, showcasing a blend of perspectives on its cinematic merit.

Box Office Report for “Hi Nanna”: Director Shouryuv’s inaugural venture, “Hi Nanna,” featuring Nani, Mrunal Thakur, and Kiara Khanna, made its theatrical debut on Thursday. According to a Sacnilk.com report, the film exhibited a strong performance on its first day, amassing ₹4.90 crore nett in India. The momentum continued into the second day, with an approximate collection of ₹1.39 crore nett in India based on advance data. Additionally, the film achieved a noteworthy milestone in the US, grossing over $450K at the box office.


Despite not reaching full occupancy in the Telugu states, reports indicate a surge in attendance during the evening shows following positive reviews. “Hi Nanna” explores the heartfelt narrative of a single father discovering a second chance at love and delving into the unique bond he shares with his daughter. The film has received acclaim from both audiences and critics, with particular praise directed at the lead actors for their compelling performances. Stay tuned for the latest updates on HT Channel on Facebook for breaking news and developments.

Caste – Hi Nanna

Music

  1. Samayama
  2. Gaaju Bomma
  3. Ammaad
  4. Odiyamma
  5. Idhe Idhe
Hesham Abdul Wahab, in his first-ever collaboration with Shouryuv and Nani, takes charge of the music and background score for the film.[5] T-Series secured the audio rights for the project. The debut single, “Samayama,” was unveiled on September 16, 2023,[15] followed by the release of the second single, “Gaaju Bomma,” on October 6.

Filming

Principal photography began in February 2023, with the first schedule in Hyderabad.

Bringing the schedule to a close, all filming activities concluded by May 31.The third schedule unfolded at Ramoji Film City, with Thakur completing her portions by July 27.[12] Moving forward, the fourth schedule commenced on September 2 in Connor and reportedly included the filming of a song sequence.

Release

“Hi Nanna” made its global theatrical debut on December 7, 2023, featuring dubbed versions in Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi languages. Originally slated for release on December 21, 2023, the film’s premiere date was shifted to December 7, 2023, strategically avoiding a clash with the releases of “Salaar” and “Dunki.”

Reception

Paul Nicodemus, in his review for The Times of India, awarded the film 3.5/5 stars, describing it as a “must-watch for those seeking a blend of heart and soul in cinema.” Raghu Bandi, writing for The Indian Express, gave the film 3/5 stars and commented that “Nani and Mrunal Thakur star in a high-emotion drama that will remind you of actor’s Jersey.” Avad Mohammed, providing a review on OTT play, granted the film 2.5/5 stars, stating that “Hi Nanna is a routine and slow-paced family drama that works in the last half an hour.

“NTV’s review, awarding 2/5 stars, expressed that “In trying to tell it like a fairytale, the director faltered in finding the emotional cog that connects with the universal audience, uniformly. Hence, the movie remains a preference for those who like candyfloss entertainers on a regular basis, at best with issues.”