OG Box Office Day 2: Pawan Kalyan’s Biggest Ever — A Deep Dive
The theatrical release of They
Call Him OG has sent shockwaves through Tollywood’s box office charts in
just 48 hours. Backed by strong buzz, aggressive pricing, and a star-studded
cast, the film has not only delivered a sensational opening, but is already
outperforming Pawan Kalyan’s past best — including Bheemla Nayak.
Day 1: A Record-Shattering Launch
On its first day (including the paid
premiere shows), OG reportedly collected ₹154 crore worldwide,
according to the film’s producers. The Times of India Trade
trackers like Sacnilk also cite that advance bookings and previews
significantly bolstered opening numbers.
Domestically, the picture looks just
as impressive. In India alone, the film made an estimated ₹90.25 crore
(all languages combined) including ₹20.25 crore from paid previews.
Internationally, previews and
overseas markets reportedly added ₹26–₹50 crore, pushing OG’s opening global
tally over ₹150 crore.
Such numbers instantly placed OG
among the biggest opening-day titles in Indian cinema, with comparisons drawn
to blockbusters like RRR, Pushpa 2, and KGF 2.
Day
2: Strong Performance Despite Dip
As expected in big-ticket releases,
Day 2 saw a dip in footfalls. But even so, OG held up remarkably well by
most accounts:
- Reports suggest Day 2 collections in India hovered
around ₹19.24 crore (all languages).
- That brought its two-day domestic haul to ₹103.99
crore.
- Combined with overseas earnings (₹47.35 crore), the global
tally by Day 2 is pegged at approximately ₹171 crore. Navbharat Times
- Some sources record the film crossed ₹104 crore
globally by Day 2.
This means OG has already
overtaken Bheemla Nayak’s lifetime collection (₹158.5 crore) within just
two days of release.
It also eclipses Pawan’s last big venture, Hari
Hara Veera Mallu, which grossed ₹116.82 crore during its entire run.
Overseas markets, particularly North
America, have thrown in more surprises. By the end of Day 2, OG is said
to have crossed the USD 4 million mark in North America alone.
The film also surpassed earnings of
widely acclaimed films like War 2, climbing to become the 4th biggest
Indian film grosser in that territory.
What Helped Fuel This Surge
Several factors appear to have
contributed to OG’s spectacular start:
- Aggressive pricing & paid premieres – In Andhra Pradesh, tickets were sold at ₹1000, and
in Telangana at ₹800, particularly boosting early revenue. Navbharat Times+1
- Star power + anticipation – Pawan Kalyan’s fan base remains formidable, and his
return via a gangster action drama after some quieter years amplified
interest.
- Strong overseas pull
– The film’s U.S. and North American markets, especially during previews,
significantly inflated early totals
- Momentum & buzz
– Word-of-mouth and social media chatter helped sustain full houses even
after the initial day.
- Strategic show allocation – Some films, like Mirai, were pulled from
screens to make room for more OG shows, indicating demand
outstripped supply. The Times of India
Caution
Flags & Future Projections
No blockbuster run is without its
caveats. The sharp drop from Day 1 to Day 2 is notable, as is the fact that
sustaining high occupancy later in a big weekend will be crucial.
Still, trade analysts are
optimistic. Many believe this run could be Pawan Kalyan’s first ₹200 crore
film if momentum holds. Navbharat Times OG
may also overtake Game Changer’s ₹186 crore to become 2025’s second-highest
grosser behind Sankranthiki Vasthanam (₹255 crore). Navbharat Times
Legal hurdles have also surfaced.
The Telangana High Court has recently declined relief to OG over the
previously authorized enhanced ticket pricing scheme, extending its suspension.
The Times of India Meanwhile,
celebratory fan scenes have stirred controversy—an FIR was filed in Bengaluru
for unauthorized screening celebrations tied to the film.
Final Word
In just two days, They Call Him
OG has rewritten parts of the Pawan Kalyan box office narrative. It’s
transformed from eagerly awaited comeback to record-breaking juggernaut,
already topping his earlier hits. Whether it can sustain this pace over the
weekend and into its theatrical run hinges on strong word-of-mouth, show
support, and performance overseas. But as of now, there’s no denying — OG
is a phenomenon in the making.
