After a long gap, Akhil Akkineni returns to the big screen with Lenin, raising expectations among fans and the industry alike.
The film features much-in-demand actress Bhagyashri Borse as the female lead, adding further appeal.
The trailer received a positive response and generated encouraging buzz, with many praising its content and presentation.
The promotional campaign has also been extensive. Akhil, Bhagyashri Borse, producer Naga Vamsi, Nagarjuna and the entire team have put in significant effort to create awareness about the film.
Backed by two reputed banners, Annapurna Studios and Sithara Entertainments, Lenin appears to have all the ingredients of a promising commercial entertainer.
Despite these positives, the advance bookings have come as a shock.
With just a few hours left before release, advance sales on BookMyShow appear lukewarm and have fallen short of expectations. However, the team will be hoping that strong word of mouth can change the situation.
Given the current trend, walk-in audiences are expected to contribute more than advance bookings.
Ultimately, Lenin’s box-office journey will depend entirely on the audience verdict after the first shows. Positive word of mouth could significantly boost footfalls over the weekend.
The trade is hoping that the film emerges as a successful venture and brings much-needed momentum to the Tollywood box office.
The big hope now is that this early booking shock turns into a pleasant surprise, with positive word of mouth driving the film towards success.
