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Ustaad Bhagat Singh Box Office Day 1: Pawan Kalyan Roars At Theatres, Holds Strong Against Dhurandhar 2

RunWithRugs · 2026-03-22T11:26:50+00:00

Pawan Kalyan's movie Ustaad Bhagat Singh released to positive audience reception and strong box office earnings of ₹25.45 crore on its opening day, despite competition from Dhurandhar 2. The film showcased impressive occupancy rates across theatres.

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2026-03-22 11:26:50

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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News)

South superstar Pawan Kalyan’s highly anticipated film Ustaad Bhagat Singh hit theaters on Thursday, competing with Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2. The film’s first-day box office numbers are now out—and they have surprised everyone.

Power Star Pawan Kalyan’s much-awaited film Ustaad Bhagat Singh has finally released, creating a huge buzz among fans. Despite tough competition from Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2, the film saw strong foot traffic, with audiences flocking to theaters, showing excitement and positive word-of-mouth.

The release coincided with Dhurandhar 2, leading to a high-profile box office clash. While the Bollywood blockbuster made headlines, Ustaad Bhagat Singh held its ground remarkably well. The film managed to attract a loyal fan base, proving that Pawan Kalyan’s star power remains strong even in tough competition.

According to trade reports from Sacnilk, Ustaad Bhagat Singh had an impressive opening. The film earned a net collection of ₹25.45 crore in India on its first day. These numbers indicate a solid start, especially considering the competitive release window and high expectations for both films.

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The film performed strongly across theaters, screening in over 2,000 shows nationwide. It recorded an overall occupancy of 75.7 percent. Morning shows opened at 60.69 percent, while afternoon shows increased to 80.85 percent. Evening shows also maintained momentum with 78.77 percent occupancy, reflecting consistent audience interest.

Directed by Harish Shankar, the film is produced by Naveen Yerneni and Yalamanchili Ravi Shankar under Mythri Movie Makers. It stars Sreeleela, Raashi Khanna, R. Parthiban, and Ashutosh Rana alongside Pawan Kalyan. The film is reportedly made on a budget of ₹120 crore.

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