I Don’t Know What To Do With So Much Money: 21-Year-Old ‘Hanuman Ansh’ Producer

Hanuman Ansh has turned into one of the biggest surprise success stories of 2026, and 21 year old producer Anupriya Nagar is now making headlines for what she plans to do with the money generated by the film.

“I’m just 21, and I don’t know what to do with so much money. I’ve never handled this volume of wealth before. I want to use it for charity and to help underprivileged children,” Anupriya said. Her comments have won praise online, with many appreciating her grounded approach after the film’s extraordinary success.

Based on the life and teachings of spiritual leader Neem Karoli Baba, 'Hanuman Ansh' was reportedly made on a shoestring budget of Rs 2 crore. The film initially opened on just 25 screens and earned around Rs 10 lakh on its first day. Its first week collection stood at only Rs 1.08 crore, making its eventual turnaround even more remarkable.

The film began gaining momentum from its third and fourth weeks as positive word of mouth brought more audiences to theatres. By its 37th day, it had collected around Rs 192 crore net in India, with its worldwide gross crossing Rs 236 crore, giving it a reported return of nearly 118 times its original budget.

The success has also attracted major attention outside the film’s core audience. Actress and MP Hema Malini praised the young producer and credited the film’s success to Lord Hanuman’s blessings. Neem Karoli Baba’s family members and people from his village have also reportedly responded positively to the film, saying its portrayal of his spiritual journey and miracles felt authentic.

Interestingly, Anupriya’s entry into filmmaking was unexpected. She discovered Neem Karoli Baba while researching Steve Jobs during her economics studies in the UK and eventually invested her savings into the project. The film is now being expanded into a larger franchise, with 'Hanuman Ansh 2' in development and plans for comics and games.

The craze is also moving beyond Hindi. A Telugu version presented by filmmaker Trivikram Srinivas is set to reach audiences, while the makers have revealed that they missed the Oscar submission deadline because they were operating with a small team.

For Anupriya, however, the biggest takeaway from this unexpected blockbuster may not be the money, but the opportunity to turn its success into charity and help those in need.