In Tollywood, 8 films have, so far, achieved a 100 crore theatrical business in Telugu states.
Among them, Baahubali 2 and RRR, directed by the visionary Rajamouli, stand as monuments pillars, surpassing the 100% recovery mark and setting a standard that few can match.
While Chiranjeevi’s Syeraa, directed by Surendra Reddy, achieved a commendable recovery exceeding 90%, the harsh reality is that the majority of films in this high-stakes industry incur losses. The recent additions to the 100 crore theatrical business club, Prabhas’s Salaar directed by Prasanth Neel and Mahesh Babu’s Guntur Kaaram directed by Trivikram, have ignited anticipation and speculation.
The success of Baahubali 2 and RRR has placed Prabhas in a league of his own, and with Salaar, the industry is watching closely to see if he can maintain this streak. Similarly, Mahesh Babu, a stalwart in Telugu cinema, has raised expectations with Guntur Kaaram, leaving fans and industry insiders curious about the film’s fate.
The stakes are high, and as these two stars navigate the intricate web of box office dynamics, the industry’s hope rests on their shoulders. Will Salaar and Guntur Kaaram follow in the footsteps of their predecessors, or will they face the daunting challenge of recovering costs in a fiercely competitive market? Only time will unveil the destiny of these cinematic ventures, but for now, Prabhas and Mahesh Babu remain the torchbearers, the only hope for a resounding success in the realm of Telugu cinema.
