The action packed film Devara: Part 1 starring Telugu superstar Jr. NTR is already breaking records before it hits theaters. Directed by Koratala Siva, this much-awaited movie is scheduled to release on September 27, 2024 and the advance bookings reflect its immense popularity. With more than ₹29.4 crore in pre-sales (including block seats) worldwide, Devara is positioned to become one of the biggest openers in recent times.
Advance Booking Records in India:
Fans across India have been eagerly awaiting Devara and their enthusiasm shows in the advance bookings. The movie has managed to rake in ₹17.65 crore in India with over 6.88 lakh tickets already sold. Check out the detailed breakdown below:
Devara Day 1 Advance Booking Collection (All Versions):
| Language | Gross (₹ Crores) | Tickets Sold | Average Ticket Price (₹) | Shows |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telugu | ₹17.46 Cr | 6,75,017 | ₹250 | 4,922 |
| Hindi | ₹0.16 Cr | 11,566 | ₹163 | 1,383 |
| Kannada | ₹0.0016 Cr | 98 | ₹147 | 56 |
| Tamil | ₹0.20 Cr | 1,576 | ₹131 | 128 |
| Malayalam | ₹0.0003 Cr | 19 | ₹155 | 27 |
| All India | ₹17.65 Cr | 6,88,276 | – | 6,516 |
For Block Seats: ₹29.4 Cr across all languages
State-Wise 1st Day Advance Booking Report:
| State | Gross (₹) | Occupancy | Shows | Almost Full | Filling Fast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 11.57 Cr | 43% | 2,225 | 797 | 275 |
| Telangana | 12.94 Cr | 35% | 1,894 | 430 | 169 |
| Karnataka | 3.88 Cr | 25% | 634 | 126 | 63 |
| Tamil Nadu | 40.2 Lac | 19% | 217 | 32 | 13 |
| Maharashtra | 11.54 Lac | 3% | 129 | 1 | 3 |
With blockbuster numbers in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka, Devara is clearly positioned to dominate the South Indian box office.
International Box Office Expectations:
The movie’s international performance is also setting the stage for an incredible opening weekend. In the USA alone, Devara has already surpassed $2.1 million in pre-sales selling more than 67,000 tickets:
Devara USA Premiere Sales (Sept. 24, 2024):
| Total Gross (₹) | Tickets Sold | Locations | Shows |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2.1M (₹26.98 Cr) | 67,311 | 738 | 2,052 |
This massive success in the USA alone has many trade analysts revising their projections for the movie’s overseas performance. With high demand and more shows being added Devara is well on its way to becoming a global hit.