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Entertainment News: South superstar Pawan Kalyan has returned to theaters with a bang. His first release of 2025, Hari Hara Veera Mallu, failed to impress audiences. But this time, with They Call Him OG, excitement has reached another level. Fans have filled theaters across India and abroad. The movie is being hailed as a box office tsunami, setting the stage for historic numbers on its first day itself.
Even before release, OG was already creating headlines with record-breaking advance bookings. Reports suggest the film raked in ₹100 crore worldwide before hitting screens. Out of this, India accounted for a massive share, while North America and other overseas markets also contributed heavily. Such extraordinary advance sales have put the film in a league of its own. For South cinema, this is a new benchmark.
On its opening day, OG is reportedly grossing ₹25.80 crore in India alone. In North America, early figures suggest collections of ₹26 crore. Together with other regions, the film is expected to cross ₹50–55 crore in day-one theatrical earnings. Adding the ₹100 crore advance booking tally, the grand total is expected to hit around ₹150 crore worldwide.
The film’s roaring entry has already sparked comparisons with other South blockbusters. Vijay’s Leo opened at ₹142.80 crore, while Devaray made ₹141.80 crore. Rajinikanth’s Coolie had a huge opening of ₹153.20 crore. Trade experts believe Pawan Kalyan’s OG may surpass these records, making it the highest day-one grosser of 2025. If predictions hold, it will be remembered as a landmark film in Indian cinema.
Apart from Pawan Kalyan, the film features Arjun Das, Priyanka Mohan, Shriya Reddy, and Prakash Raj in powerful roles. Their performances have been praised by early viewers. The ensemble cast has added to the film’s appeal, attracting fans across demographics. The chemistry, high-octane action, and engaging storyline are driving repeat audiences to theaters.
Overseas collections are playing a key role in OG’s global dominance. With ₹26 crore already from North America, the film is performing exceptionally in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions. South Indian films have recently gained strong popularity abroad, and OG continues that trend. Distributors are confident that international numbers will only climb higher over the weekend.
Industry experts say Pawan Kalyan has re-established his stardom with OG. After a weak response to his previous film, he has made a thunderous comeback. Box office trackers predict that by the end of its first week, OG could join the list of all-time highest-grossing South Indian films. With unmatched hype, global fan following, and strong word of mouth, the movie has rewritten opening day history.
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