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Pawan Kalyan's 'They Call Him OG' Becomes Blockbuster Hit
2 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Pawan Kalyan's film had a stellar box office opening
- Film has earned over ₹161 crore in 7 days
- Emraan Hashmi makes Telugu debut in the film
Pawan Kalyan's highly anticipated Telugu film 'They Call Him OG' has been dominating the box office since its release. As of 2 October 2025, the film has earned an impressive ₹161.85 crore in just 7 days, showcasing its immense popularity.
The film had a stellar start, minting ₹70 crore on its opening day, including paid previews. It maintained strong momentum over the weekend, earning ₹18.45 crore on Friday and ₹18.5 crore on Saturday and Sunday. However, the film's numbers have slowed down in the following days, earning ₹7 crore on Wednesday.
Directed by Sujeeth and produced by D.V.V. Danayya, 'They Call Him OG' stars Pawan Kalyan as a retired gangster who returns to Bombay in 1993 to confront a rival crime lord, played by Emraan Hashmi. The film marks Emraan Hashmi's Telugu debut and has received mixed reviews, with critics praising Pawan Kalyan's performance but finding the overall screenplay uneven.
Despite the mixed reviews, 'They Call Him OG' has already surpassed the box office collections of several recent releases, including Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' (₹65 crore), Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' (₹31 crore), and debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's 'Saiyaara' (₹21.5 crore). This impressive feat solidifies Pawan Kalyan's status as a box office draw in the Telugu film industry.
