Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu box office Day 1: Chiranjeevi's film makes Rs 40 crore, starts with a bang

Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is Chiranjeevi’s new film, directed by Anil Ravipudi, who delivered the record-breaking hit Sankranthiki Vasthunnam in 2025. Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu was released on January 12, 2026, with very positive word of mouth. 

How much did Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu make on day one?

As per the latest updates, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu collected ₹40 crore net on day one. These collections include premieres and regular day-one numbers. MSG earned ₹9 crore from premiere shows alone and ₹31 crore on day one as per tracking portal Sacnilk. 

Ever since the film was locked, there have been massive expectations surrounding this comedy caper, as director Anil Ravipudi has never delivered a single flop in his career. Naturally, everyone was eager to see how he would direct a superstar like Chiranjeevi. 

How much did Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu make in the US?

As for overseas collections, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has reportedly clocked $1.5 million in the US, according to M9 News. With the festive weekend still underway, the overseas numbers will also grow in the next few days.

The makers were so confident that they aired special shows on the night of January 11, and from there, the film took off with a bang. The above numbers clearly indicate what a solid hit the film is. 

MSG showcases Chiranjeevi in his vintage form, delivering a superhit comedy narrated cleanly and entertainingly, which has struck a chord with audiences. Anil Ravipudi is known for directing family entertainers, and the makers cleverly planned the promotions well in advance. 

With the film releasing during Sankranti 2026 and the following four days being holidays, the Chiranjeevi starrer is expected to clock solid box-office numbers. The next few days are expected to witness record occupancy. 

Yet another major advantage for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is that Prabhas’ Raja Saab, which hit screens on January 9, 2026, ended up being a disaster at the box office. As a result, there is no competition for Chiranjeevi from other big-hero films.

What are the upcoming Telugu releases during Sankranthi 2026?

Next in line are Ravi Teja’s Bhartha Mahasayulaki Wignyapthi, Naveen Polishetty’s Anaganaga Oka Raju, and Sarwanand's Nari Nari Naduma Murari, all releasing on January 14, 2026. Even if these films turn out to be blockbuster hits, they are unlikely to pose any competition to Chiranjeevi, as his aura and star status are on a completely different level.

In many ways, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu can be called the true Sankranti winner. Once again, Anil Ravipudi has proved that entertainment is the key. Even without a strong story, if a film has decent comedy, solid songs, and a star like Chiranjeevi, audiences will throng theatres in large numbers.

Where to stream Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu on OTT?

Zee 5 has bagged the digital rights to the film for a fancy price and will stream MSG in the second week of February 2026. Once the film lands on OTT, you can also stream it on OTTplay Premium. 

Also Read: Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu Review: Chiranjeevi's vintage charm lights up Sankranthi 2026 

Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu FAQs:

Q. When is Chiranjeevi-Anil Ravipudi film releasing?

A. The comedy caper released on January 12, 2026

Q. Is Venkatesh playing the second lead in Chiranjeevi-Anil Ravipudi film?

A. Yes, he will be seen in a crazy role in the comedy caper.

Q. What is Chiranjeevi-Anil Ravipudi film all about??

A. The film is a comedy caper which deals with ego issues between husband and wife.

Q. Where to stream Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garun?

A. You can stream Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu on Zee 5 and OTTplay Premium after theatrical run.