RGV Hails Akhil Akkineni as the 'Best Actor' in the Family, Lenin Tops Rs. 61.1 Crore in 3 Days

Akhil Akkineni has finally delivered the blockbuster fans had been waiting for. Lenin is rewriting his box office journey, collecting Rs. 61.1 crore worldwide in just three days while also crossing the $500,000 mark in the USA , making it the biggest hit of his career . Directed by Murali Kishor Abburu , the period rural revenge drama stars Bhagyashri Borse as the female lead.

The film has been on a remarkable box office rampage since its release. Driven by exceptional word of mouth, Lenin has sustained outstanding momentum from its very first show. In a rare feat, Day 3 collections surpassed both Day 1 and Day 2 , despite regular ticket prices replacing opening-day premium pricing, signaling strong audience acceptance and repeat viewership.

The overseas market has also responded enthusiastically. By comfortably crossing the $500,000 milestone in North America , Lenin has become Akhil Akkineni's highest-grossing film in the USA , with the opening weekend delivering impressive numbers across major international territories. Trade experts are now keenly watching whether the film can maintain its strong hold during the crucial weekdays.

The film's success has also drawn praise from some of Telugu cinema's biggest names. Megastar Chiranjeevi took to social media to congratulate the team, saying he had been hearing wonderful reports about the film and was delighted by the unanimous appreciation it has received. Calling Akhil "very dear to me, almost like another son," Chiranjeevi said it was a joy to watch the actor grow with every film. He also congratulated Nagarjuna Akkineni , director Murali Kishor Abburu , and the entire team, adding that he is looking forward to watching the film soon.

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma also joined the celebrations with a viral post on X, calling Akhil the "best actor" in the Akkineni family . He even wrote, "I swear this on Nagarjuna," a statement that quickly became one of the most talked-about reactions surrounding the film's success.

For Akhil, Lenin marks the long-awaited breakthrough after years of searching for a defining commercial success. The blockbuster has naturally brought immense joy to the Akkineni family. Speaking about his son's achievement, Nagarjuna revealed that he advised Akhil to continue with the same calm, composed, and balanced mindset that guided him throughout the making and release of Lenin , believing it would help him sustain success in the future.

Jointly produced by Nagarjuna Akkineni and Naga Vamsi , the film is powered by Thaman's energetic soundtrack and impactful background score, both of which have received widespread appreciation from audiences.