Chiranjeevi’s Sankranthi release ‘Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu’ has stormed the global box office, minting ₹225 crore in just seven days. The film, directed by Anil Ravipudi and co-starring Nayanthara, has now overtaken Prabhas’ ‘The Raja Saab’, reaffirming Chiranjeevi’s dominance at the Telugu box office with strong festive turnout and sustained audience support.
The Telugu film industry witnessed a blockbuster moment as ‘Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu’ continued its winning streak at the box office. Released on January 12, 2026, the film has grossed ₹225 crore worldwide in its first week, making it one of the biggest Sankranthi successes in recent years.
The film’s strong performance is attributed to family audiences, festive holiday footfalls, and positive word-of-mouth, which helped sustain collections across domestic and overseas markets.
Key Highlights:
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Worldwide Collection: ₹225 crore in 7 days.
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India Earnings: ₹157.75 crore net, ₹189 crore gross.
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Overseas Contribution: Significant boost to overall tally.
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Competition: Surpassed Prabhas’ The Raja Saab in global box office race.
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Cast & Crew: Directed by Anil Ravipudi, starring Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara.
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Genre Appeal: Action entertainer with family drama elements, resonating across age groups.
Industry analysts predict the film could soon cross the ₹300 crore milestone, cementing its place as one of Chiranjeevi’s most successful ventures in recent years.
Sources: Hindustan Times, Moneycontrol, Times of India