At 70, Chiranjeevi is still doing what few stars can — pulling crowds consistently, even on weekdays. His latest action-comedy Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu continues its confident theatrical run, proving that Sankranthi releases backed by mass appeal can still dominate the box office.
Despite facing strong competition from The Raja Saab, the Chiranjeevi starrer has shown zero signs of slowing down.
Day 5 Numbers Show Rock-Solid Hold
According to early trade estimates, Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu collected ₹18.5 crore on Day 5 alone — an impressive weekday figure by any standard. What makes it more striking is that the film earned nearly six times more than The Raja Saab on the same day.
With this, the film’s total domestic collection now stands at ₹120.35 crore, comfortably placing it among the season’s top performers. The steady hold indicates strong word of mouth and repeat audience interest, particularly in family and mass circuits.
Sankranthi Advantage Working Perfectly
Releasing during Sankranthi has clearly worked in the film’s favour. Instead of the usual mid-week dip, Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu has maintained momentum — something that many big-ticket releases struggle to achieve after the festive rush.
Trade circles now expect the film to show further growth over the upcoming weekend, with strong chances of overtaking The Raja Saab’s overall collections in the coming days.
What the Film Is About
Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film sees Chiranjeevi in the role of a former national security operative who chooses a quieter life after falling in love with Nayanthara. The story balances action, comedy, and emotional beats — a Ravipudi trademark that has clearly clicked with audiences.
Adding to the excitement is an extended cameo by Daggubati Venkatesh, which has been widely appreciated by fans.
The film is produced by Shine Screens and Gold Box Entertainments, with music composed by Bheems Ceciroleo.
Industry Praise for Anil Ravipudi
Following the film’s success, Anil Ravipudi revealed that he received congratulatory calls and messages from several big names in the Telugu film industry. Filmmakers and stars including K. Raghavendra Rao, VV Vinayak, S. S. Rajamouli, and Mahesh Babu personally reached out to praise the film.
For Ravipudi, that industry-wide validation appears to be just as meaningful as the box-office numbers.
Final Words
Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu isn’t just surviving a crowded box-office window — it’s thriving. With strong weekday numbers, festive momentum, and Chiranjeevi’s undiminished star power, the film is shaping up to be one of the most reliable commercial successes of the season. If current trends continue, bigger milestones may not be far away.
