Focus on Bollywood, Disappointed Telugu Fans Express Anger
Fans have expressed frustration as the promotional efforts for Devara seem to be concentrated on Bollywood, leaving Telugu audiences feeling neglected. Many believe that this is unfair, especially considering that it was the Telugu audience who laid the foundation for the actors’ careers. Fans pointed out that the humorous and engaging interviews, like those seen during the RRR promotions, were missed this time around. They argue that while focusing on Bollywood is important, completely sidelining the Telugu audience is not justifiable.
Missed Opportunity During Dasara Season?
The film team has been criticized for failing to capitalize on the Dasara holiday season, one of the biggest opportunities for film releases. Despite Devara having no competition and releasing as a solo film during this major festive period, the team’s silence on promotions has led to a significant drop in collections. Fans are questioning why promotions were not conducted to build excitement and why the holiday season wasn’t used to boost the film’s hype.
Collections, which were initially strong with ₹172 crore on Day 1, have gradually dropped. After six days, the film has managed to collect only ₹396 crore, which has left fans and industry analysts disappointed. Many believe that had the team ramped up promotional activities during the holiday, the box office figures could have been much higher.
Can Promotions Save Devara?
Cinema analysts suggest that it’s not too late for the Devara team to jumpstart promotions. Engaging with the Telugu audience, who still have high expectations from NTR’s film, could help drive ticket sales and push the film towards blockbuster status. With strategic promotions and renewed energy, the film could recover its initial momentum and increase collections during the remaining festive season. Fans and analysts alike are now waiting to see if the team will take action and bring back the buzz for Devara.