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# Chiranjeevi's *Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu* Roars to ₹37 Crores on Day 1 – The Megastar's Epic Comeback! **Imagine theaters packed to the brim, fans chanting Chiranjeevi's name, and the box office exploding on opening day.** That's exactly what happened with *Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu*, the family entertainer that shattered expectations with a massive **₹37.10 crores India net** on its first day, including previews.[4][2] Directed by Anil Ravipudi, this high-energy film stars **Chiranjeevi** alongside Nayanthara as the leading lady, Venkatesh in a pivotal role, and a stellar supporting cast including Catherine Tresa, Zarina Wahab, and more.[1][4][6] Released on January 12, 2026, after blockbuster paid premieres on January 11, it marked Chiranjeevi's triumphant return since *Bholaa Shankar* in 2023.[1] Early morning shows kicked off with **₹9.03 crores** and **48.74% Telugu occupancy**, surging to **78.87%** in night shows across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.[1][4] The numbers don't stop there – this isn't just a domestic smash: - **Worldwide Day 1 gross**: Estimates range from **₹75-90 crores**, topping 2026 Telugu openers like *The Raja Saab* (₹95 crores).[2] - **Paid previews**: A record-breaking **₹24 crores gross worldwide**, beating Nandamuri Balakrishna's *Akhanda 2* and setting a new high for senior Tollywood heroes.[3] - **Overseas fireworks**: **USD 1.5 million** in North America alone (USD 1.35M+ in US, USD 125K in Canada), Chiranjeevi's second film to hit $1M there after *Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy*.[1][6] - **Pre-release business**: Over **₹105-120 crores** theatrical worldwide, with a break-even target of **₹225 crores**.[5] Despite mixed reviews, public frenzy drove steady growth from morning to night, with **64.66% overall Telugu occupancy**.[4] Produced by Sahu Garapati and Sushmita Konidela with music by Bheems Ceciroleo, *MSG* proves Chiranjeevi's enduring stardom and Anil Ravipudi's knack for mass entertainers.[1]

What makes *Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu* stand out? It's the perfect blend of family drama, action, and Chiranjeevi's magnetic charm that's got fans raving and theaters buzzing. Early trends suggest a blockbuster run ahead – could this be Chiranjeevi's biggest hit post-*Sye Raa*?[6][3] **Have you caught *Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu* yet? Drop your thoughts in the comments below – favorite scene? Box office prediction?** Share this post with fellow fans and tag your cinema buddies to keep the *MSG* fever alive! 🚀
Citations
1.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/mana-shankara-vara-prasad-garu-box-office-performance-chiranjeevi-starrer-crosses-rs-9-crore-earns-1-million-in-us-premieres-report/articleshow/126481821.cms
2.https://www.bollymoviereviewz.com/2026/01/mana-shankara-vara-prasad-garu-box-office-collection-day-1-worldwide-budget.html
3.https://www.koimoi.com/box-office/mana-shankara-vara-prasad-garu-box-office-chiranjeevi-starrer-makes-history-by-beating-akhanda-2-in-premieres/
4.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/mana-shankaravaraprasad-garu-box-office-collections-day-1-chiranjeevi-film-opens-big-rs-37-crores-on-first-day/articleshow/126494639.cms
5.https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/telugu/mana-shankara-vara-prasad-garu-review-rating-collection-live-updates-chiranjeevi-nayanthara-venkatesh-10467024/
6.https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/box-office/box-office-chiranjeevis-mana-shankara-vara-prasad-garu-debuts-with-excellent-usd-1-50-million-in-north-america-1399859
7.https://www.gulte.com/movienews/391281/chirus-msg-smashes-premiere-records
8.https://www.filmibeat.com/telugu/news/2026/mana-shankara-vara-prasad-garu-box-office-collection-day-1-early-trend-did-it-beat-godfather-opening-496876.html
9.https://www.imdb.com/news/ni65655001/


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