Salaar, the latest cinematic extravaganza featuring Prabhas in the titular role, has taken the global box office by storm, amassing an impressive ₹402 crore within just three days of its release. Directed by Prashanth Neel, the film has set a new benchmark in the realm of Indian cinema, drawing audiences across Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi languages.
The official Salaar handle on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) shared the exhilarating news, flaunting a poster adorned by Prabhas, adorned with the text “Record-breaking blockbuster. ₹402 GBOC (3 days worldwide).” The accompanying caption hailed it as the “Box office ka Salaar,” celebrating its tremendous success with hashtags like #BlockbusterSalaar and #RecordBreakingSalaar.
Set against the backdrop of the fictional city of Khansaar, Salaar narrates the tale of two friends turned adversaries, Deva and Vardha, portrayed by Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran, respectively. The film also boasts a stellar ensemble cast including Shruti Haasan, Eshwari Rao, Jagapathi Babu, and Sriya Reddy, elevating the cinematic experience to new heights.
The movie’s success marks the monumental collaboration between director Prashanth Neel and Prabhas, marking their first venture together in crafting a gripping narrative embedded in high-octane action sequences. Prabhas, essaying the role of Salaar, delivers a compelling performance that has resonated strongly with audiences.
Critics have weighed in on Salaar as well, with The Hindustan Times offering a nuanced perspective. The review highlighted the film’s captivating narrative, noting, “Salaar calls for your full attention. While the first half effortlessly builds momentum and keeps you hooked, the second half does go slightly downhill, appears a tad stretched with some complex scenes, which could have been easily edited to bring down the runtime by at least 20 minutes. Nevertheless, Salaar’s intriguing story is only enhanced by extremely layered characters who deliver such nuanced performance.”
The success of Salaar on its opening day has eclipsed the initial figures of major blockbusters like Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan and Jawan, along with Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal, underlining its dominance at the box office.
Prabhas, who had faced a streak of setbacks with his previous films including Saaho, Radhe Shyam, and Adipurush, has received acclaim for his robust comeback in Salaar, solidifying his standing as a powerhouse performer in the industry.
With this resounding success, Salaar sets the stage for its much-anticipated sequel, Salaar: Part 2 – Shauryanga Parvam, promising audiences an extended journey into the captivating world initially unveiled in this blockbuster hit. As the film continues to enthrall audiences worldwide, its monumental success cements its place as a milestone in Indian cinema.
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