Kannappa Day 1 Box Office Collection:- Vishnu Manchu’s much-awaited mythological film Kannappa has finally hit the theatres today, and it’s already creating a buzz across the country. With a stellar star cast that includes Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, Mohanlal, and Kajal Aggarwal in special roles, the film has caught the audience’s attention from the get-go. As fans thronged to theatres, discussions about its day 1 box office collection and early reviews are trending across platforms. Let’s take a closer look at how Kannappa has performed on its opening day.
Kannappa Day 1 Box Office Collection
According to trade analysts and early estimates, Kannappa is expected to earn around ₹17–20 crore nett on its first day at the Indian box office. The Telugu version is driving the majority of the earnings, with Andhra Pradesh and Telangana showing a strong turnout. As per BookMyShow data, over 27,000 tickets were sold in the last 24 hours, reflecting the excitement among fans.
The film’s performance in the Hindi belt, however, has been relatively muted, with collections projected around ₹60 lakh on day one. The lack of pre-release buzz and limited promotion in Hindi-speaking regions are believed to be the reasons behind the modest numbers. The Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam versions are estimated to have contributed around ₹1 crore combined.
Globally, Kannappa could gross up to ₹30 crore on its opening day, with approximately ₹6 crore coming from overseas markets. While some social media claims suggest the film might cross ₹20 crore in global gross on day one with blockbuster talk, others speculate a more average performance closer to ₹15 crore depending on audience feedback.
Advance Booking & Audience Trend
Advance bookings for Kannappa saw an enthusiastic response in Telugu states. In Hyderabad alone, the film recorded ₹1.1 crore in advance booking with 40% occupancy. Visakhapatnam followed with ₹22 lakh and 50.9% occupancy, while Bengaluru recorded ₹20 lakh with 10% occupancy. Across India, the film clocked ₹3.74 crore in advance booking gross through 2,341 shows, with an average occupancy of 25.12%. Kerala, however, showed weak response, with just ₹11.86 lakh gross from advance sales.
In the U.S., 4,200 tickets were sold for premiere shows, which is 5.3% lower compared to Kubera. This indicates a relatively slow start in the overseas market. That said, a government-imposed hike of ₹50 + GST in ticket prices in Andhra Pradesh helped boost day-one revenue.
The Story and Star Power
Kannappa is based on the mythological tale of a tribal hunter who transforms from an atheist to a staunch devotee of Lord Shiva. Vishnu Manchu plays the titular role. Akshay Kumar appears as Lord Shiva, Prabhas portrays Rudra, Mohanlal features as Kirata, and Kajal Aggarwal takes on the role of Goddess Parvati. Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, the film was made with a massive budget of ₹200 crore.
The trailer received mixed reactions. While some viewers compared its style to Baahubali, others were drawn in by the grand visuals and the film’s star-studded lineup. Superstar Rajinikanth reportedly watched the film before release and praised it, adding to the pre-release hype.
Audience and Critics’ Reactions
Initial reviews after the first show on day one have started to emerge on social media. Audiences have praised the film’s visual grandeur, emotional depth, and especially the last 30 minutes of the climax. Many described the second half as “spellbinding.” However, some viewers felt the story followed a traditional arc and lacked the freshness that was promised in the trailer.
Box Office Clash
Kannappa faces competition from two other releases today — Kajal Ki Maa and F1: The Movie. While Maa is getting more attention in the Hindi market, Kannappa is clearly dominating in the Telugu-speaking regions. The film’s long-term success will now depend heavily on word-of-mouth and how it performs in the coming days.
Conclusion
Kannappa has had a solid start at the box office, particularly in the Telugu states. However, its performance in the Hindi belt and international markets remains modest. Given its massive ₹200 crore budget, the film will need sustained audience support over the next few weeks to be declared a blockbuster. Will Kannappa emerge victorious at the box office? Only time will tell.
Note: For accurate box office numbers, refer to trusted sources like sacnilk.com or koimoi.com.
