Chiranjeevi's Sankranti Blockbuster: Low Budget, Massive Returns, Rs 300 Cr & Counting!
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News18•25-01-2026, 14:01
Chiranjeevi's Sankranti Blockbuster: Low Budget, Massive Returns, Rs 300 Cr & Counting!
- •Chiranjeevi's 'Manam Shankara Varaprasad Garu' released ahead of Sankranti, becoming a massive hit.
- •The film has grossed over Rs 300 crore at the box office and Rs 120 crore worldwide, surpassing its Rs 240 crore break-even target.
- •Director Anil Ravipudi revealed the film was made on a modest budget of just Rs 28 crore.
- •The movie's success is attributed to its clean humor, family-friendly entertainment, and festive treatment, appealing to all age groups.
- •The plot follows NIA officer Shankara Varaprasad (Chiranjeevi) and Sashirekha (Nayanthara) through their love, marriage, and struggles against familial opposition.
Why It Matters: Chiranjeevi's 'Manam Shankara Varaprasad Garu' proves that a modest budget can yield massive box office success.
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