365telugu.com online news,Hyderabad, January,12, 2026: Megastar Chiranjeevi has once again proved his box-office pull with Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, which opened to an encouraging response on its first day. Released during the festive Sankranthi season, the action-comedy entertainer attracted good footfalls in major centres.
Trade sources indicate that the film collected approximately ₹11.4 crore net in India on Day 1, marking a solid start. The movie witnessed healthy occupancy across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, with family audiences showing keen interest.
Early shows reported steady attendance, while several locations recorded over 50 percent occupancy by afternoon. Viewers responded positively to the film’s blend of humour, commercial elements and Chiranjeevi’s energetic performance.
Advance bookings played a key role in the opening, reflecting strong pre-release buzz. The film stars Nayanthara as the female lead, with Venkatesh and Catherine Tresa in key supporting roles.
Industry observers believe that the festive advantage, coupled with the megastar’s mass appeal, has set the film on a strong opening trajectory, with expectations of growth over the weekend.