Chiranjeevi’s “Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu” crosses 100k dollars in US pre sales

Megastar Chiranjeevi’s upcoming Sankranti entertainer Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has opened to a strong response in the United States , crossing the 100,000 dollar mark in pre-sales from limited screens. The early overseas trend highlights the actor’s enduring appeal among Telugu audiences abroad and has generated positive buzz ahead of the festive release.

Producers Shine Screens announced that the film has so far grossed 94,769 dollars from 121 locations, with 4,518 tickets sold through advance bookings. California has emerged as the strongest market with collections of 42,370 dollars, followed by Texas at 20,747 dollars, indicating solid traction in key diaspora hubs.

Directed by Anil Ravipudi , the film stars Chiranjeevi in the role of a warm hearted, traditional man whose life takes an emotional turn, blending family values, humour and drama in a classic festival friendly format. Victory Venkatesh and Nayanthara play pivotal roles, adding further weight to the ensemble cast.

The music, composed by Devi Sri Prasad , has already struck a chord with audiences, with the film’s first two songs receiving positive feedback for their catchy tunes and celebratory appeal, helping build familiarity ahead of release.

Despite stiff competition during the Sankranti season, the strong advance bookings signal high expectations for the film. Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is scheduled for its pan India and worldwide theatrical release on January 12 , with special premiere shows in the United States on January 11.