📌 Key Points
- Chiranjeevi’s MSVP Smashes Box Office: Over 400 Crores Worldwide!
- Digital Dynamo: MSVP Rakes in 200M Streaming Minutes in 24 Hours!
- Television Takeover: MSVP World Premiere Feb 28 on Zee Telugu!
- Unprecedented Hat-Trick: Conquers Theaters, OTT, Now TV! Will Records Fall?
Get ready, cinephiles! Megastar Chiranjeevi’s latest blockbuster, ‘Mana Shankara Vara Prasad’, is storming your living rooms. After its sensational run in cinemas and on OTT, this record-shattering film is set for its World Television Premiere on Zee Telugu this February 28th. Prepare for an unforgettable evening and sky-high ratings as the Megastar takes over your small screens.
From Theaters to Streaming: A Record-Breaking Journey
Megastar Chiranjeevi‘s film ‘Mana Shankara Vara Prasad’ is set to unleash a storm on the small screen, promising a record-breaking telecast and sizzling ratings. After shattering records in theaters and on OTT, this sensation is now coming to your TV screens with its World Television Premiere on Zee Telugu on February 28th.
Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film features Chiranjeevi in the lead role, Nayanthara as the heroine, and Venkatesh in a pivotal role. This blend of family entertainment, comedic timing, and action shook the box office during the Sankranti season, emerging as the biggest regional hit. It grossed over 400 crores worldwide, with trade sources revealing profits exceeding 80 crores. Megastar’s vintage style and the director’s comic touch captivated audiences.
Following its blockbuster theatrical run, ‘Mana Shankara Vara Prasad’ made a rare record on ZEE5, garnering over 200 million streaming minutes within the first 24 hours of its OTT release. This remarkable feat is particularly noteworthy as big box office hits rarely perform at the same level on digital platforms, yet this film created a sensation in the digital world as well. Now, this blockbuster is poised for its grand appearance on the small screen. Zee Telugu has announced the World Television Premiere for February 28th at 5:30 PM. Zee Network notably acquired both the streaming and satellite rights for the film. Trade sources predict a strong chance for high TRP ratings on television, following its immense success in theaters and on OTT.
Next Stop: Your TV Screen’s Grand Premiere
This record-breaking film, produced by Sahu Garapati and Sushmita Konidela, reportedly had a production cost of approximately 200 crore rupees. Including promotional expenses, the total cost reached 250 crores. There was huge demand even during the pre-release business phase, with rights worth nearly 100 crores sold in the Telugu states alone. Rights were also sold at significant prices in Karnataka, other states, and overseas markets, recording business exceeding 120 crores even before its release. In the Telugu states, the film achieved net collections of over 160 crores, with figures exceeding expectations in the Nizam, Ceded, and Uttarandhra regions. Over 20 crores were collected in Karnataka, and substantial collections were recorded in other states combined. With a total net collection of approximately 190 crores in India, the film generated substantial profits. Beyond its theatrical success, significant revenue was also generated through OTT and TV rights.
As everyone eagerly awaits the TV premiere of ‘Mana Shankara Vara Prasad’, it remains to be seen whether this film will extend its blockbuster status to the small screen as well. Stay tuned for more updates.
Looking Ahead
The excitement is palpable! Given Megastar Chiranjeevi garu’s unparalleled appeal, it’s almost a foregone conclusion that ‘Mana Shankara Vara Prasad’ will recreate, if not surpass, its blockbuster magic on Zee Telugu. Get ready for a monumental TRP tsunami this Feb 28th – this isn’t just a premiere, it’s a celebration for every Telugu household!
