Mahesh Babu’s Khaleja becomes the biggest re-release in Telugu cinema history beating Prabhas’s Salaar: Part 1- Ceasefire.

Even after 14 years, Mahesh Babu's cult classic Khaleja continues to enjoy a loyal fan base. Directed by Trivikram Srinivas and co-starring Anushka Shetty, the 2010 fantasy -action-comedy is back in cinemas, this time in a stunning remastered 4K version. As Mahesh Babu gears up for his much-awaited project with SS Rajamouli , Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran, his fans are celebrating his earlier work with renewed excitement.

The re-release of Khaleja will officially hit theaters on May 30, with special night shows organized on May 29. The film opened to packed houses in North America as of early evening on May 29, the film had already earned an impressive US $51,058 (Rs 43 lakh) from 96 locations, reaffirming Mahesh Babu’s strong fan following among the Telugu diaspora.

Back home in India, the response has been equally phenomenal. The film’s advance sales, including tickets for the special night shows, have crossed Rs 3.50 crore gross domestically. This is a record-breaking figure, making it the biggest pre-sales for a re-release title in Telugu cinema history.Till now the highest re-release day 1 figure was Rs 3 crore achieved by Prabhas’sSalaar: Part 1- Ceasefire .

The excitement surrounding Khaleja’s re-release is not just about nostalgia. The film, known for its quirky humor, memorable dialogues, and Mahesh Babu’s effortless charm, had gained cult status over the years despite a mixed box office run at the time of its original release. Fans are eager to relive the magic of Mahesh Babu and Trivikram Srinivas’ collaboration on the big screen, especially in its newly remastered 4K and Dolby Atmos sound format.

With this enthusiastic response, Khaleja has proven that classic titles, when re-released with the right marketing and presentation, can still draw crowds and set new records. The timing is also perfect as Mahesh Babu prepares for his next venture with SS Rajamouli — a film already generating massive buzz even before its official launch.

As the weekend approaches, trade experts expect Khaleja’s re-release to continue its strong run both domestically and internationally, underlining Mahesh Babu’s enduring star power and the timeless appeal of well-made Telugu entertainers. Mahesh Babu will be next seen in SS Rajamouli's directorial.


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