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Debutante's Film Opens Modestly at Box Office
31 Jul
Summary
- Film earned Rs 1.25 crore India net on its opening day.
- Telugu version had an overall occupancy of 19.31%.
- Andhra Pradesh and Telangana led collections with Rs 1.30 crore.
Srinivasa Mangapuram, the debut film of Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni and Rasha Thadani, has begun its box office journey with a subdued performance. The movie, directed by Ajay Bhupathi, secured Rs 1.25 crore net in India on its opening day, with a nationwide release across 1,665 shows.
The film's performance on its first day included a gross collection of Rs 1.40 crore. The Telugu version experienced an occupancy rate of 19.31% throughout the day. The highest footfall was observed during the morning shows, reaching 22%.
Regionally, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana collectively contributed Rs 1.30 crore to the film's gross earnings. Karnataka added Rs 5 lakhs, Tamil Nadu Rs 1 lakh, and the rest of India accounted for Rs 4 lakhs. The story is set around Tirupati and follows the romance between Vasu Babu and Manga.
Critics noted the film's reliance on an emotional premise but found it struggled with clichés. Despite strong performances, the narrative was described as predictable, making it a passable watch.
