Sun Sep 29 02:59:44 UTC 2024: ## “Devara Part 1” Shatters Box Office Records, Earning Over 172 Crores on Day 1
**Hyderabad:** The much-anticipated action film “Devara Part 1,” starring Jr. NTR, has taken the box office by storm, grossing over 172 crores worldwide on its opening day. The film, directed by Shiva Koratala, has emerged as the highest-grossing opener of 2024, surpassing the previous record holder, “Kalki 2898 AD.”
The makers, Yuvasudha Arts, announced the impressive figures on their Instagram page. “Devara Part 1” has not only dominated the Indian box office but has also outperformed several other big-budget releases, including “Thalaapathy Vijay’s “Leo,” “Stree 2,” “Mahesh Babu’s “Guntur Karam,” “Kamal Haasan’s “Indian 2,” and “Hrithik Roshan’s “Fighter.”
This stellar performance has cemented “Devara Part 1’s” position as the third highest-grossing opening film in India’s history, falling behind only “RRR” and “Baahubali 2.” The film’s phenomenal success is attributed to the immense star power of Jr. NTR, who is known for delivering blockbuster performances.
The film, which features Jr. NTR in a double role alongside Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan as the antagonist, has been highly anticipated since its announcement. “Devara Part 1” is a visually spectacular action-drama with a budget of 300 crores.
With its record-breaking opening, “Devara Part 1” has set a new benchmark for Telugu cinema, demonstrating the continued popularity of Jr. NTR and the genre of action films. The film’s success is a testament to the strong narrative, engaging performances, and breathtaking action sequences.
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