Prabhas's cinematic spectacle, “Salaar: Cease Fire – Part 1,” continues to dominate the box office landscape, showcasing an impressive advance booking of over ₹20 crore as of December 24, 2023, according to Sacnilk data. The film's compelling success in key metropolitan areas like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru has surpassed expectations, evident from its stellar performance on both the first and second days.
In the vital Hindi belt, crucial for pan-Indian releases, Salaar has garnered enthusiastic support with ₹5.56 crore in advance bookings. Delhi leads the charge with over ₹96.89 lakh, followed by Mumbai at ₹50.87 lakh and Bengaluru at ₹24.26 crore, underscoring a robust opening in these pivotal urban centers.
The South Indian languages are witnessing an overwhelming response, particularly in Prabhas's home territory of Telugu, where advance bookings have surged past ₹13 crore. Malayalam is not far behind with ₹40.39 lakh, confirming Salaar's universal appeal and pointing towards a potentially record-breaking opening.
Starring Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Shruti Haasan, the film amassed over ₹58 crore on its second day, propelling the total collections in India to ₹149 crore, as reported by sacnilk.com. With its dynamic trailer, promising a riveting blend of high-octane action, drama, and emotion, Salaar has set the stage for an explosive opening weekend.
Directed by Prashanth Neel and featuring a musical score by Ravi Basrur, Salaar's anticipation was further heightened by its star-studded cast and a chart-topping soundtrack, solidifying its status as a blockbuster in the making.
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