Varun Tej’s Korean Kanakaraju has arrived at the right time, striking a strong chord with all sections of audiences.
After opening on a positive note, the movie is showing solid momentum on its second day, with theatres witnessing strong crowds across both multiplexes and single screens.
The response for the morning and matinee shows on day 2 is encouraging, with ticket sales indicating that Day 2 is heading towards bigger numbers than the opening day.
Almost all the shows in Hyderabad are registering housefuls, while the demand is expected to rise further for the first and second shows.
The growing demand is also prompting exhibitors to add more screens across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, further strengthening the film’s theatrical reach.
With the weekend still ahead, the Sunday numbers are expected to be significantly bigger.
The film is likely to benefit further in Telangana, where a holiday has been declared on account of the Bonalu festival, potentially giving the movie another major boost at the box office.
The film is making steady progress in North America as well, where it is heading towards the $200K mark. With the weekend still ahead, the overseas market is expected to contribute significantly to the film’s overall tally.
Director Merlapaka Gandhi’s smart combination of supernatural elements, situational comedy and family-friendly entertainment has worked well with audiences.
This kind of strong response at the ticket window comes as a major relief for Varun Tej, who finally appears to be on the verge of delivering a much-needed big hit.
