Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu takes a promising start of over Rs 50 lakh in USA premiere advance booking

Telugu cinema’s power star Pawan Kalyan is all set to storm the big screen with his much-awaited period action drama, Hari Hara Veera Mallu. Ahead of its worldwide release on 12th June 2025, the film has already made a strong mark overseas, especially in the USA, where its premiere advance sales have opened to an encouraging response.

Hari Hara Veera Mallu has clocked $67,559( Rs 57 lakh) having sold nearly 2400 ticketsfor its premiere night in the United States. This solid start reflects Pawan Kalyan’s unwavering fanbase in the overseas market and the excitement surrounding his return to larger-than-life period cinema.

Set in the 17th-century Mughal Empire, Hari Hara Veera Mallu stars Pawan Kalyan in the titular role, portraying a heroic outlaw assigned the daring task of stealing the legendary Koh-i-Noor diamond from the Mughals. The film’s intriguing premise, combined with its grand visual scale and star-studded ensemble, has piqued audience interest.

Joining Pawan Kalyan in this historical epic are Bobby Deol, Nidhhi Agerwal, Nargis Fakhri, and Nora Fatehi. Bobby Deol’s casting, in particular, has generated significant buzz. The film’s teaser, which was released a year ago, had garnered over 16 million views. It hinted at a visually rich spectacle with intense drama, elaborate action set pieces, and period-authentic detailing.

Directed by Krish Jagarlamudi, known for his flair in helming historical dramas, Hari Hara Veera Mallu promises to be a unique blend of Telugu mass action and Mughal-era intrigue. The USA’s strong advance sales indicate that fans are eager to witness Pawan Kalyan in a never-seen-before avatar, wielding swords and taking on empires.

With over $67K already collected in premiere pre-sales, industry trade analysts are optimistic about the film’s box office prospects overseas, especially considering the loyal Telugu diaspora which has grown over the past decade making Telugu the 11th most spoken language in the USA. With still 17 days to the premiere one can expect the film to at least cross half a million mark for its premiere shows and about a million over the weekend.