Akhil Akkineni's Lenin Roars at Box Office, Naga Vamsi Says Theatres Are Alive Again

Akhil Akkineni's latest revenge action drama Lenin is enjoying a dream run at the box office, and the film's success celebrations in Hyderabad reflected the excitement surrounding its phenomenal performance. Directed by Murali Kishor Abburu and starring Bhagyashri Borse as the female lead, the film has struck a chord with audiences, turning into an instant blockbuster through strong word of mouth.

At the Lenin Success Meet , producer Naga Vamsi said the Telugu film industry had been worried about poor theatre footfalls over the last three to four months, but Lenin has completely changed the situation. He revealed that distributors are now being flooded with requests from exhibitors and are adding more screens to meet the growing audience demand, calling the film's success a much-needed boost for theatrical business.

The makers announced that Lenin has grossed over Rs 37.2 crore worldwide in just two days , including Rs 20.5 crore on day two , a significant jump from the Rs 16.7 crore opening day. With excellent Sunday advance bookings and packed theatres, trade circles expect the film to comfortably cross the Rs 50 crore worldwide mark during its opening weekend. Ticket sales have also been exceptional, with 191,000 BookMyShow tickets sold on day one and 261,000 on day two , a 36 percent increase .

The success meet witnessed several emotional moments. Bhagyashri Borse broke down while thanking fans, saying, "Because of my fans, I am here today," while expressing gratitude to Akhil and the entire team. Akhil Akkineni thanked audiences for their overwhelming love, and a viral video captured him seeking the blessings of his father, Nagarjuna , after the film's blockbuster opening. Naga Chaitanya also congratulated his younger brother, while Samantha Ruth Prabhu cheered the film on social media, calling it " big blockbuster vibes ," a gesture Akhil warmly acknowledged.

Backed by Nagarjuna and Naga Vamsi , Lenin also stars Pramod Panju, Sivaji, Brahmaji, Sunil, and Easwari Rao , with Thaman composing the acclaimed soundtrack and background score. With soaring collections, expanding screen counts, and overwhelming audience appreciation, Lenin has emerged as the biggest success of Akhil Akkineni's career so far.