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Irumudi Shatters Records: Most-Watched Telugu Film of 2026
16 Sep
Summary
- Irumudi became the most-watched Telugu film of 2026, surpassing Ram Charan's Peddi.
- The film achieved a net profit of 149.2 crore on a 35 crore budget.
- Irumudi registered a total footfall of 1.45 crore since its August 21 release.
Ravi Teja's latest film, Irumudi, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the most-watched Telugu film in theaters for 2026. Since its release on August 21, the movie has captivated audiences, drawing a total footfall of 1.45 crore.
This success positions Irumudi ahead of other anticipated releases, including Ram Charan's Peddi and Chiranjeevi's Mana Shankara Vara Prasad. The film's performance marks a notable achievement for Ravi Teja, affectionately known as Mass Maharaja.
Financially, Irumudi is a runaway success. Produced with a budget of 35 crore, it has amassed a net collection of 184.2 crore in India within just 26 days. This translates to a substantial net profit of 149.2 crore, boasting an outstanding 426.3% return on investment.
While Couple Friendly (2026) and 2025's Little Hearts and Raju Weds Rambai remain more profitable, Irumudi has surpassed most other Telugu films released in 2025 and 2026 in terms of profit margins. The film, directed by Shiva Nirvana, is produced by Mythri Movie Makers.
