22 October 2023, Mumbai: Vamsee’s directorial ‘Tiger Nageswara Rao,’ starring Ravi Teja, unfolded the real-life events surrounding the infamous thief Nageswara Rao. This tale of crime and ambition hit theaters on October 20, bringing a captivating narrative to the big screen. The film paints a vivid picture of Stuartpuram, Andhra Pradesh, during the 1970s, where a thief named Nageswara Rao reigned. Fueled by his insatiable desires for power, wealth, and women, he becomes a legendary figure. While the film initially showed promise, it faced a box office dip on Day 2.
Tiger Nageswara Rao Box Office Collection
Upon its debut, ‘Tiger Nageswara Rao’ made an impressive entry, collecting Rs 8 crore on its opening day. However, on Day 2, which happened to be a Saturday, the film experienced a noticeable decline. It managed to gather just Rs 4.75 crore, bringing its total earnings to around Rs 12 crore. Despite the stumble, expectations are high for a box office boost over the forthcoming Dussehra weekend.
Tiger Nageswara Rao Cast
Ravi Teja took on the titular role, portraying “India’s biggest thief.” Notably, the film marked the debut of Nupur Sanon, sister of Bollywood star Kriti Sanon. Alongside Ravi Teja and Nupur Sanon, the film features talented actors such as Gayathri Bharadwaj, Renu Desai, and Anupam Kher in pivotal roles. With Vamsee in the director’s chair, ‘Tiger Nageswara Rao’ was brought to life under the production banner of Abhishek Agarwal Arts. Co-produced by Mayank Singhaniya and Archana Agarwal, this pan-Indian film hit theaters on October 20, 2023, in multiple languages, including Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam.
Tiger Nageswara Rao VS Ganapath VS Yaariyan 2 VS Bhagavanth Kesari
A Clash of Titans In a fierce box office battle, ‘Tiger Nageswara Rao’ locked horns with other notable releases like ‘Ganapath,’ ‘Yaariyaan 2,’ and ‘Bhagavanth Kesari.’ The clash of these films with distinctive narratives likely influenced the box office performance of ‘Tiger Nageswara Rao.’ However, as the movie enters the festive season and the extended Dussehra weekend, anticipation is running high for a turnaround in its fortunes.
Tiger Nageswara Rao Weekend Expectations
As the story of ‘Tiger Nageswara Rao’ continues to unfold at the box office, the film’s destiny remains the subject of discussion and eager anticipation. While it faced a drop in collections on its second day, there is a collective hope among fans and industry experts that the holiday weekend will breathe new life into its box office journey. The journey of ‘Tiger Nageswara Rao’ at the box office is a story of highs, lows, and the unyielding spirit of Indian cinema.
By Yashika Desai