The Tollywood film industry has witnessed some impressive box office openings in 2024, with several high-profile releases making significant impacts. Leading the pack is Kalki 2898 AD, which has set a new benchmark with a phenomenal opening collection of ₹93 crore. This epic film has dominated the box office and solidified its position as the biggest Tollywood opener of the year. Following closely is Guntur Kaaram, which has amassed ₹42 crore, demonstrating strong audience interest and significant commercial success.
Kalki 2898 AD
- Budget: Approximately ₹120 crore.
- Collection: ₹93 crore on the opening day.
- Plot: Set in the year 2898, the film follows Kalki, a warrior chosen to save humanity from an impending cosmic threat. High-octane action sequences and futuristic technology dominate the screen.
- Cast:
- Prabhas as Kalki
- Kamal Haasan
- Amitabh Bachchan as Ashwatthama
- Disha Patani as Roxie
- OTT: Yet to be announced and expected to be available on Amazon Prime Video.
- Synopsis: A futuristic sci-fi adventure.
Guntur Kaaram
- Budget: Around ₹30 crore.
- Collection: ₹42 crore on day one.
- Plot: A quirky blend of action and comedy, where a local goon accidentally becomes a hero. Expect witty dialogues, hilarious situations, and unexpected twists.
- Cast:
- Mahesh Babu as Bhogineni Veera Venkata Ramana alias “Rowdy” Ramana,
- Ramya Krishna as Law Minister Vyra Vasundhara,
- Sreeleela as Basavaraju Aamukta Malyada “Ammu”,
- OTT: Streaming on Netflix.
- Genre: Action-comedy.
- Highlight: Strong performance despite competition.
HanuMan Box Office
- Budget: Estimated at ₹50 crore.
- Collection: ₹12.55 crore on opening day.
- Plot: A mythological drama tracing the life of Lord Hanuman. The film explores his devotion, valor, and selflessness, with stunning visual effects.
- Cast:
- Teja Sajja as Hanumanthu
- Amritha Aiyer as Dr. Meenakshi
- Vinay Rai as Michael / Mega Man
- Varalaxmi Sarathkumar as Anjamma
- OTT: Disney+ Hotstar.
- Genre: Mythological drama.
- Trivia: Based on the life of Lord Hanuman.
Tillu Square
- Budget: Approximately ₹15 crore.
- Collection: ₹11.20 crore on day one.
- Plot: A heartwarming romantic comedy set in a small town. Tillu, an aspiring chef, falls for a quirky artist, leading to delightful chaos.
- Cast:
- Siddhu Jonnalagadda as Bala Gangadhar Tilak alias “DJ Tillu”
- Anupama Parameswaran as Lilly Joseph
- Muralidhar Goud as Tillu’s father
- Prince Cecil as Shannon Gonzales
- OTT: Streaming on Netflix.
- Genre: Romantic comedy.
- Charm: Captivated audiences with its humor.
Double iSmart Box Office
- Budget: Around ₹40 crore.
- Collection: ₹7.58 crore on opening day.
- Plot: A high-voltage sequel to “iSmart Shankar.” The story continues with Shankar’s twin brother, who unravels a conspiracy involving powerful politicians.
- Cast:
- Ram Pothineni as Shankar and Sankar
- Kavya Thapar as Jannat,
- Sanjay Dutt as Big Bull
- OTT: Not Yet Release but expected to be on Amazon Prime Video
- Plot: Sci-fi action thriller, sequel to “iSmart Shankar.”
- Sanjay Dutt’s Debut: Despite 40% less than the first film, it enters the top 5 list.
- OTT: Available on Netflix.