
The Sankranthi-festival release Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu, starring megastar Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara, continued its remarkable box office run on day 8, consolidating its position as one of the biggest Telugu hits of the season. According to industry trackers and latest trade reports, the film has comfortably crossed the Rs 200 crore mark worldwide, driven by strong collections both domestically and overseas — a major milestone for the Anil Ravipudi-directed entertainer.
Released on 12 January 2026, Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu benefited from the extended Sankranthi holiday period and saw packed houses in many key centres across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and other states. Its performance has been especially notable on weekdays, with day 8 adding healthy revenue to its tally after a blockbuster first week.
Industry estimates suggest that the film’s domestic net collections have remained robust, while strong performances in overseas markets — including the United States where it has outpaced competing Telugu releases — have helped push the overall figure beyond Rs 200 crore globally. The overseas success underscores Chiranjeevi’s enduring appeal among the Telugu diaspora, with North American shows registering significant earnings.
The film’s box office trajectory highlights an impressive hold across multiple days after release, a feat that many pan-India films struggle to achieve outside of opening weekend numbers. By the end of its first week, Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu had already entered the list of highest first-week grossers for a Telugu film in recent times, with strong contributions from both single-screens and multiplexes.
Critics and audiences alike have praised the movie’s mix of entertainment, family drama and action, contributing to sustained footfalls in theatres. The consistent word-of-mouth and festival vibes have kept screens busy, and analysts predict that the film could soon target the Rs 300 crore club, a rare achievement for Telugu cinema.
As it continues to dominate the box office, Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu stands as a significant commercial success for Chiranjeevi, director Anil Ravipudi and the entire cast and crew, reinforcing the power of well-timed festival releases in Indian cinema.
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