Devara: Part 1, directed by Koratala Siva and starring Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan, and Janhvi Kapoor, has achieved a significant milestone in advance bookings in North America. The film crossed the $1 million mark in pre-sales, making it the fastest Indian movie to reach this figure in the region. The advance booking for the premiere shows began last week, and the film is set to release on September 27. The movie’s official account on X (formerly known as Twitter) announced the news, sharing a new poster featuring Jr NTR in dual roles.
Jr NTR’s Dual Role and Record-Breaking Pre-Sales
Jr NTR, known for his powerful performances, will be seen in dual roles as Devara and Varadha in the film. The new promotional poster highlights his intense looks, with the caption emphasizing the action-packed theme: “He’s turning every part into his RED BLOOD sea.” The film has set a new benchmark by becoming the fastest Indian movie to achieve $1 million in pre-sales in North America, surpassing the $500,000 mark just a few days earlier on September 6.
The premiere shows are scheduled for September 26 in the US, a day ahead of the official release, further adding to the excitement surrounding the film. Fans of Jr NTR are eagerly awaiting his return to the big screen, especially after his massive success with RRR.
Promotions and Cast Engagements
The promotions for Devara: Part 1 have been in full swing, with the trailer launched in Mumbai on Tuesday. Jr NTR arrived in Mumbai a day before the event and interacted with prominent figures in the film industry, including Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar, and directors Koratala, Prashanth Neel, and Ayan Mukherji. In addition to the trailer launch, Jr NTR collaborated with Alia Bhatt and Karan Johar on a promotional video titled Devara ka Jigra, aimed at promoting their respective projects. The video is expected to be released soon, adding further buzz to the film’s promotions.
The actor, along with co-stars Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor, has also been actively participating in various TV shows to promote the film, aiming to reach a wider audience. Janhvi Kapoor, who plays Thangam, and Saif Ali Khan, who takes on the role of Bhaira, are both making significant appearances as part of the promotional campaign.
About Devara: Part 1
Devara: Part 1 is an action-drama that promises to deliver intense performances and a gripping storyline. Initially planned as a stand-alone film, it was later split into two parts to fully explore the narrative. This movie marks Jr NTR’s first appearance on the big screen since the highly successful RRR, and it is also Janhvi Kapoor’s debut in Telugu cinema. The film features an ensemble cast, including Prakash Raj, Srikanth, Shine Tom Chacko, and Narain.
With the advance booking figures already impressive, the film is poised to make a significant impact at the box office. As the release date approaches, the anticipation continues to build among fans and moviegoers alike.
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