Tue Sep 10 22:20:20 UTC 2024: ## NTR Jr’s “Devara” Sets Record with Million-Dollar Opening Night Sales

**Mumbai, India** – The highly anticipated action saga “Devara Part 1,” starring Indian superstar NTR Jr., has taken the world by storm with its record-breaking opening night ticket sales. The film, which marks the reunion of NTR Jr. with director Koratala Siva, has already grossed over $1 million in the U.S. alone, marking the fastest opening night for any Indian film to date.

Set against the backdrop of India’s coastal lands, “Devara” features an ensemble cast including Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan. Kapoor, a self-proclaimed fan of NTR Jr., shared her excitement about working alongside him, while Khan, who plays the antagonist, confessed to his initial nervousness about speaking Telugu, the film’s primary language.

The film’s grand scale, encompassing a vast canvas, led to the decision to release it in two parts, as director Siva explained. “Every character in the film has its own weight and they need to be explored and established in depth and in detail, which we can’t justify in one part,” he said.

“Devara Part 1” has generated immense excitement, with Karan Johar, who acquired the rights for the film’s North India theatrical distribution, calling it “one of the most awaited films of Indian cinema.” The film is slated to be released in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam languages on September 27th.

NTR Jr., known for his role in the Oscar-nominated “RRR,” expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming support from fans and attributed the film’s success to “God’s blessings and the love which has always been showered by the fans and the audience.”

With its captivating trailer, stellar cast, and record-breaking opening night, “Devara Part 1” is poised to be a cinematic spectacle that will enthrall audiences worldwide.

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