Released as an underdog amid an unprecedented support, Telugu cinema’s first-ever modern-day superhero flick, Hanu-Man, is pulling off a massive sensation across the globe. The film has not only braved the Guntur Kaaram storm, but is also trending better than the Mahesh Babu-starrer in several locations across the USA.
As per the latest trade updates, until 11 PM EST, Hanu-Man has amassed a whopping half-a-million dollar gross of about $500K. On the other hand, Guntur Kaaram has grossed $374K till 11 PM EST on day 1. What’s even more impressive is that Hanu-Man is overpowering Guntur Kaaram with far lesser screens. Trade analysts predict that Hanu-Man will reach its overseas break even mark of $1M by the end of its day 1with the North America gross itself.
Hanu-Man has been getting a humongous positive response ever since the makers went for the paid premieres on the evening of 11th January. The Prashanth Varma directorial is poised to set several opening weekend and lifetime records for mid-range movies. Stay tuned to 123telugu.com for more updates on Hanu-Man’s daily box office collection.