Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu Box Office Collection Day 1: Chiranjeevi–Nayanthara film opens strong with Rs 37.10 Cr net

Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu

• Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu earned Rs 37.10 crore net in India on day one
• A fan died of suspected heart attack during the film's premiere in Hyderabad
• Chiranjeevi plays a security officer protecting his estranged family in the film

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Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara starrer Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu opened in the theatres on a positive note and is enjoying a decent run at the box office. The film hit the theatres on Sunday, January 11, 2026.

According to a trade website, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu earned Rs 28.50 crore net in India on its first day of release. The film earned Rs 8.60 crore net in India from its pre-bookings. The film’s total now stands at Rs 37.10 crore net in India.

Fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of the film. However, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu's release faced a tragedy. At a Hyderabad theatre, the joyous release day ended in stillness and shock.

During the movie's premiere, a fan collapsed among the cheers and enthusiasm at Kukatpally's bustling movie theatre, Arjun Theatre. According to Telugu Scribe, the fan later passed away at the 11.30 am showing of the movie.

After the man collapsed, theatre employees and patrons allegedly hurried to assist him, but their attempts were ineffective. After arriving, Kukatpally police officers believe the death was caused by a heart attack, though a medical study will clarify the precise cause of death.

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About Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu

Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu revolves around a security officer, Shankara Vara Prasad (played by Chiranjeevi), who is assigned to safeguard his estranged wife and their children from a revenge-driven former cop. The protagonist finds himself facing more than just danger. The tense mission becomes an unexpected opportunity to mend broken ties and reconnect as a family after six years of separation.

Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film also stars Nayanthara as Sasirekha, Venkatesh as Venky Gowda and Catherine Tresa, Zarina Wahab, Harsh Vardhan, Abhinav Gomatam, and others in the pivotal roles.