Ustaad Bhagat Singh struggles at box office despite ₹93 crore global gross

The much-anticipated Telugu action drama Ustaad Bhagat Singh, directed by Harish Shankar and headlined by Pawan Kalyan, is facing a lukewarm response at the box office despite nearing the ₹100 crore mark worldwide.

The film, which also stars Raashii Khanna and Sreeleela , has collected approximately ₹93 crore globally within 10 days of its release on March 19, 2026 . Of this, the India net collection stands at ₹68.91 crore. However, the film’s momentum has slowed significantly, with earnings dropping to just ₹86 lakh on its tenth day.

Trade analysts suggest that the film’s performance is underwhelming, particularly given its reported budget of ₹150 crore. The sharp decline in daily collections and stiff competition from other releases, including Dhurandhar 2, have raised concerns about its long-term theatrical viability.

Despite the numbers, the film continues to generate buzz among fans. Social media platforms are witnessing celebratory posts highlighting its gross figures, while ticketing platform trends indicate sustained audience interest. However, a recent court directive disabling user ratings on ticketing apps has shifted audience feedback largely to offline word-of-mouth and digital discussions.

Ustaad Bhagat Singh, which follows the journey of a tribal youth inspired by revolutionary ideals, opened to high expectations but now faces an uphill battle to recover costs and achieve commercial success.