Released just ahead of the Sankranthi festive rush, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is turning into a solid box office winner. Despite receiving mixed reviews, the Anil Ravipudi directorial has struck a chord with audiences, translating festive footfalls into strong numbers at the ticket windows.
Starring Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara in the lead, the film is witnessing such heavy demand that theatres are adding extra shows across multiple centres.
Day 3 Box Office: Bhogi Brings a Big Push
On Day 3 (Bhogi), MSVPG collected an impressive ₹19.25 crore, pushing its total domestic collection to ₹79.60 crore, according to trade estimates.
The film opened on a strong note:
- Premieres: ₹9.35 crore
- Opening Day: ₹32.25 crore
- Day 2 (Tuesday): ₹18.75 crore (after a 41.86% dip)
Even with the expected weekday drop, the film held firm, benefiting from the holiday period and family-driven audiences.
₹100 Crore Mark Well Within Reach
With its current momentum, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is expected to cross the ₹100 crore domestic mark very soon. The film has already outperformed the lifetime India nett collections of several recent Chiranjeevi releases:
- Bholaa Shankar – ₹30.63 crore
- Acharya – ₹56.14 crore
- Godfather – ₹74.03 crore
The next big benchmark to watch is Waltair Veerayya, which wrapped up its India run at ₹161.06 crore. Whether MSVPG reaches that milestone will depend on how long the Sankranthi wave sustains.
Why Audiences Are Turning Up
While critics have been divided, audience response has been largely positive, especially in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, where several shows are reportedly running houseful.
The film’s humour-driven narrative, family-friendly appeal, and Chiranjeevi’s mass connect appear to be working strongly during the festive window.
Producer Shine Screens confirmed that additional shows and screens have been added due to public demand ahead of Sankranthi, reinforcing the film’s strong ground-level response.
Story, Cast, and Connect
Named after Chiranjeevi’s birth name Sivasankara Varaprasad, the film follows a security officer who gets a second chance at repairing his broken family. Nayanthara plays his estranged wife, with the story revolving around protection, reconciliation, and emotional healing after years of separation.
Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film blends comedy with emotional drama, sticking to a mainstream template aimed squarely at festive audiences.
Industry & Family Support Adds to the Buzz
Adding to the celebratory mood, several members of the Konidela family — including Ram Charan, Varun Tej, and Sai Durgha Tej — watched the film alongside fans.
Chiranjeevi also hosted a success party at his Jubilee Hills residence, attended by industry friends, including Venkatesh, who appears in a cameo in the film.
Final Words
By the end of Day 3, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has firmly established itself as a Sankranthi crowd-pleaser. Strong festive footfalls, added shows, and family appeal are working in its favour, setting the stage for a big domestic run.
The real test will come once the holiday rush fades — but for now, Chiranjeevi’s latest entertainer is enjoying a celebratory victory lap at the box office.
