
Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, starring Chiranjeevi, has emerged as one of the biggest box-office stories of the Sankranti 2026 season, recording strong collections and wide audience acclaim. In its first five days in theatres, the mass-entertainer has crossed Rs 120 crore at the box office, underlining the Megastar’s enduring appeal among Telugu cinema audiences.
Released on January 12, the action-comedy directed by Anil Ravipudi has delivered consistent earnings throughout its opening week. Even amid stiff competition from other big releases such as The Raja Saab, Chiranjeevi’s film maintained robust attendance figures and strong theatrical trends in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and other key markets.
According to early reports, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu not only dominated its Sankranti box-office window but also outperformed several contemporaries, earning four times more than The Raja Saab within its first four days of release. The movie’s broad appeal is evident in both domestic and overseas markets, with significant ticket sales in the USA, a key territory for Telugu films.
Audience reactions on social media have been largely positive, with fans lauding Chiranjeevi’s comic timing and the film’s entertainment quotient. On Twitter, viewers celebrated his performance and praised the nostalgic yet fresh presentation that blends action and humour — a formula that has clearly resonated with family audiences over the festive period.
Industry analysts suggest that the current trajectory could push the film’s weekend and total run figures even higher as it continues performing well through weekday shows. The strong Sankranti momentum, combined with positive word-of-mouth and additional screenings in key circuits, sets the stage for a sustained theatrical hold.
Overall, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu reinforces Chiranjeevi’s status as a box-office powerhouse in Telugu cinema, proving that well-crafted entertainment backed by a beloved star can draw audiences and dominate the competitive holiday slate.
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