Tue Sep 10 23:19:07 UTC 2024: ## Devara: Part 1 Crosses $1 Million in North America Pre-Sales, Setting New Record

**Hyderabad, India:** Jr NTR’s highly anticipated action drama “Devara: Part 1” has taken the North American box office by storm even before its release. The film, which also stars Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor, has already crossed the $1 million mark in pre-sales, making it the fastest Indian film to achieve this feat.

The film’s makers announced the impressive milestone on social media, sharing a new poster featuring Jr NTR in his dual roles as Devara and Varadha. The film’s US premiere is scheduled for September 26, a day before its official release on September 27.

“Devara: Part 1” has already generated immense buzz, with its trailer launch in Mumbai drawing in a star-studded audience. Jr NTR, who flew to Mumbai for the event, met with several prominent Bollywood figures including Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar, and directors Koratala, Prashanth Neel, and Ayan Mukherji. He also shot a promotional video with Alia and Karan for their respective films, “Jigra” and “Devara,” which is expected to be released soon.

“Devara: Part 1” marks Jr NTR’s return to the big screen after the phenomenal success of “RRR” and Janhvi Kapoor’s debut in Telugu cinema. The film tells the story of Devara, a complex character played by Jr NTR, who faces off against Bhaira, the menacing villain played by Saif Ali Khan. The film also features Prakash Raj, Srikanth, Shine Tom Chacko, and Narain in supporting roles.

“Devara: Part 1” is expected to be a major box office success, riding on the star power of its lead cast and the anticipation surrounding its release. The film’s impressive pre-sales in North America are a testament to the immense buzz surrounding the film, and the team is confident of a successful theatrical run.

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