Kuberaa's Phenomenal Debut
The crime drama Kuberaa didn’t just arrive in theatres—it stormed them. Starring Dhanush, Nagarjuna, and Rashmika Mandanna, this film captured everyone’s attention by raking in an astonishing ₹26 crore worldwide on its very first day. For Dhanush, this was not only a personal record but also a benchmark that set the tone for Tollywood in 2025.
Shot on a hefty budget of ₹120 crore, Kuberaa was a gamble. The stakes were high, but the response was even higher. On Indian soil alone, day one netted ₹13 crore, a clear sign that local audiences turned up in huge numbers. As the first weekend closed, domestic earnings had ballooned to ₹48.5 crore, while global earnings reached ₹79 crore. That massive opening weekend haul pushed Dhanush straight into the big leagues and left industry insiders buzzing.
From Opening Buzz to Record-Breaking Run
Things didn’t slow down much after the initial weekend either. While the box office naturally dipped a bit in the following days, Kuberaa kept up the momentum. It quickly knocked out the total earnings of rival hit HIT 3, rising to become the fourth highest-grossing Tollywood film of the year. By the 16th day, worldwide gross had reached an impressive ₹132 crore. The film had already crossed its breakeven point, reassuring everyone involved that this was more than just a flashy launch—it was a sustained winner.
The numbers tell quite a story. In its first week, Indian collections hit ₹78 crore, while overseas fans contributed a significant ₹26 crore. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana together added a massive ₹66.8 crore to the overall tally by the 19th day. International viewers didn’t lag behind, with the overseas total reaching ₹31.15 crore. Recovering almost 70% of its budget in just 12 days, Kuberaa clearly captured viewers’ imaginations everywhere.
Viewers who missed it on the big screen aren’t out of luck either. After its theatrical run, Kuberaa is set for digital release, landing on Amazon Prime Video on July 18, 2025. The buzz around its OTT debut is already building, promising another wave of attention and discussion around this record-breaking crime drama.
