GUNTUR, India – Mahesh Babu’s stardom is facing a significant challenge as the box office collections of his latest film, “Guntur Kaaram,” disappoint. The film’s disastrous reception quickly spread through public talk videos and social media reports, leading many family audiences to opt out and cancel their tickets. Even the usually reserved top rows in multiplexes and stand-alone theaters, typically meant for celebrities and government officers, were released for public purchase due to the lack of demand. However, this move did not yield encouraging results, as fresh bookings remained low.
Unfortunately, the setback continued into the film’s second day, with many centers experiencing no housefuls. The situation is even more dismal in the United States, where “Guntur Kaaram” only collected $200,678 on its second day, while “Hanu-man” surpassed it with a staggering $650,000, more than three times the former. It is estimated that “Hanu-man” may collect close to $700,000 on its third day, further overshadowing the disappointing performance of “Guntur Kaaram” at the box office.
This unexpected setback is a blow to Mahesh Babu, who is usually a top star in the USA Telugu market for collections. Teja Sajja’s “Hanu-man” has emerged as a strong competitor, presenting tough competition to Babu’s stardom. The film’s successful run at home and abroad continues to outshine “Guntur Kaaram.”
In conclusion, the box office collections of “Guntur Kaaram” are far from impressive, with the film failing to attract audiences and struggling to compete with the success of “Hanu-man.” This unexpected setback has put a dent in Mahesh Babu’s usually strong presence in the USA Telugu market.