The much-awaited pan-India film, Devra Part 1, starring Junior NTR and Janhvi Kapoor, has finally hit theaters, and it’s making waves at the box office. Directed by Koratala Siva, the action-packed thriller had already generated immense buzz before its release, thanks to its captivating posters and music. With massive bookings, fans eagerly flocked to the theaters to witness Junior NTR’s return to the big screen after a 6-year hiatus since RRR. The excitement has paid off, as Devra Part 1 opened to phenomenal numbers.

First Day Box Office Collection of Devra Part 1

According to early reports from Saccanilk, Devra Part 1 raked in a whopping ₹77 crores on its first day. The regional breakdown of the collections is equally impressive:

Telugu version: ₹68.6 crores

Hindi version: ₹7 crores

Kannada version: ₹0.3 crores

Tamil version: ₹0.8 crores

Malayalam version: ₹0.3 crores

While these are initial figures, the official numbers are expected to be in the same range.

Devra Part 1 is 2024’s Second Biggest Opener

With a strong pre-release buzz and bookings, Devra Part 1 pre-sales earned over ₹45 crores domestically and around ₹30 crores overseas, making it one of the biggest releases of the year. The film has now secured the position of the second-highest opening in 2024, trailing only behind Prabhas’ Kalki 2898 AD, which had a staggering ₹95 crore opening in India and ₹191.5 crore worldwide.

With no major film releases coinciding with its release date on September 27, Devra Part 1 is expected to continue dominating the box office through the weekend.

Star Cast and Storyline

Devra Part 1, directed by Koratala Siva, is an action-packed thriller set against the backdrop of a coastal community. Junior NTR plays a dual role, portraying both father (Varadha) and son (Devra). Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan steps into the shoes of the menacing villain Bhaira, while Janhvi Kapoor plays Thangam, adding depth and charm to the story.

With its strong performances, gripping storyline, and stunning visuals, Devra Part 1 is set to be a blockbuster, keeping the audience hooked through its thrilling narrative.