Ahead of its trailer release on September 10, Devara: Part 1. It has already made a significant impact in the U.S. market with record-breaking pre-sales. The film, featuring Jr NTR, Janhvi Kapoor, and Saif Ali Khan, is scheduled for release on September 27.
Impressively, over 25,000 tickets have been sold in advance. Amassing more than 1 million USD in sales even before the trailer’s debut. This unprecedented achievement not only underscores the film’s immense popularity. It also sets a new benchmark for Indian cinema in the U.S. market. The film’s distributors, Prathyangira Cinemas, have expressed their excitement on social media.
Devara Pre-Sales Success
The advance ticket sales for Devara: Part 1 have outpaced those of major films. Such as Prabhas’ Salaar and Kalki 2898 AD. To put it in perspective, Koratala Siva’s previous film, Acharya, did not reach the 1 million USD mark throughout its entire run in the U.S. Whereas Devara has achieved this milestone weeks before its official release. This remarkable success highlights Jr NTR’s growing popularity in North America and reinforces Koratala Siva’s strong fanbase. The pre-sales success is a clear testament to the excitement and anticipation surrounding the film.
Star-Studded Promotions
Jr NTR, Janhvi Kapoor, and Saif Ali Khan have been actively promoting Devara: Part 1 across India, particularly in Hindi-speaking regions. Their promotional activities included a notable appearance on Netflix’s The Great Indian Kapil Show with Kapil Sharma, which significantly boosted the film’s visibility.
Fans were excited to see Jr NTR alongside his future directors, Ayan Mukerji and Prashanth Neel, hinting at future collaborations. The film’s creators have revealed that Devara will be released in two parts, with Saif Ali Khan playing the main antagonist in the first part, and rumors suggest that Bobby Deol may feature as the villain in the second part.
Jr NTR’s Expanding Horizons
As fans eagerly anticipate the release of Devara: Part 1, Jr NTR is also preparing for his Bollywood debut in War 2, where he will star alongside Hrithik Roshan. This move marks a significant milestone in Jr NTR’s career, especially following the success of RRR. The dual release strategy for Devara and the excitement surrounding War 2 demonstrate Jr NTR’s versatility and growing appeal, promising an exciting future for both the actor and his fans.