Tollywood box office has started off dull. The week of May 3, 2024, witnessed the release of three Telugu films: “Aa Okkati Adakku,” “Sabari,” and “.” Unfortunately, none of these films managed to strike a chord with the audience. The box office results were far from impressive.
Three Films, Zero Impact
Aa Okkati Adakku: Despite being the best-performing film among the trio, “Aa Okkati Adakku” grossed only 1.5 crore on its opening day in Telugu states. The comedy genre welcomed Allari Naresh back after a long hiatus, but the film’s shoddy narration worked against it. The film’s downfall can be attributed to its shoddy narration. Despite Allari Naresh’s earnest efforts, the screenplay failed to engage the audience consistently.
Sabari: Varalaxmi Sarathkumar’s debut as a female lead failed to create an impact. The film received negative reviews from the outset. The bad talk surrounding “Sabari” began on day one itself. The film struggled to find its footing, and the lack of occupancy in theatres was evident.
Prasanna Vadanam: Although it garnered positive talk, the Suhas-starrer struggled to find an audience at the box office. Its fate over the weekend remains uncertain. However, despite the positive buzz, “Prasanna Vadanam” faced an unexpected challenge—the lack of occupancy. Theatres remained eerily empty, leaving the filmmakers bewildered.
Box Office Disappointments
IPL and Election Fever: The ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) and election frenzy in Andhra Pradesh contributed to the lackluster performance of these films. Theatres across the state remained shockingly empty.
Summer Season Blues: Despite the peak summer season, no major Telugu releases materialized. Producers speculate that election distractions kept audiences away from theatres.
As the days unfold, the fate of these films remains uncertain. Will “Prasanna Vadanam” find its audience eventually? Can “Aa Okkati Adakku” recover from its lackluster start? Only time will reveal whether these films can turn the tide and breathe life into the struggling box office. For now, the cinema halls await their next blockbuster, hoping to rekindle the magic of storytelling on the silver screen.