The much-awaited Telugu action-comedy Ustaad Bhagat Singh, starring Pawan Kalyan, has finally hit theatres on March 19 amid massive fan excitement. The film opened alongside Dhurandhar 2, starring Ranveer Singh, creating one of the biggest box office clashes of the week.
Directed by Harish Shankar and backed by Mythri Movie Makers, the film is reportedly an official remake of the Tamil blockbuster Theri.
Budget, Cast and OTT Release Details
Ustaad Bhagat Singh features a strong ensemble cast including Sreeleela, Raashii Khanna, Ashutosh Rana, and R. Parthiban in key roles.
According to industry reports, the film has been made on a massive budget of around ₹150 crore, highlighting its grand scale and production value.
On the digital front, streaming giant Netflix has reportedly acquired the post-theatrical rights. The film is expected to premiere on the platform after completing its theatrical run.
Ustaad Bhagat Singh Box Office Collection Day 1 Early Trend
The film has started its box office journey on a promising note. As per early estimates Ustaad Bhagat Singh collected approximately ₹18.56 crore by 6:15 PM on its opening day.
With evening and night shows still underway, the film is expected to witness a strong jump in numbers, indicating a solid Day 1 total.
Here is the Ustaad Bhagat Singh Box Office Collection Day 1 Live Data
| Day | India Net Collection | Change(+/-) |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 [1st Thursday] | ₹34.75 Cr | – |
| Day 2 [1st Friday] | ₹9.00 Cr | 74.1% |
| Day 3 [1st Saturday] | ₹9.05 Cr | -0.6% |
| Day 4 [1st Sunday] | ₹7.50 Cr | -11.60% |
| Day 5 [1st Monday] | ₹1.48 Cr* Live | |
| Total | ₹61.78 Cr | – |
Day 1 Occupancy Report (Telugu)
The occupancy levels reflect good audience interest, especially in morning shows.
- Morning Shows: 60.7%
- Afternoon Shows: Data awaited
The positive occupancy suggests strong word-of-mouth and fan-driven footfall in theatres.
Ustaad Bhagat Singh vs Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Day 1
While Ustaad Bhagat Singh has registered a decent opening, it is currently trailing behind Dhurandhar 2 in terms of early box office numbers.
As per early trends, Dhurandhar 2 has already collected around ₹65.54 crore (excluding paid previews) by 6.15 PM on Day 1, giving it a significant lead in the box office race.
Here is the Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Collection Day 1 Live Data
| Day | India Net Collection | Change(+/-) |
|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | ₹43.00 Cr | – |
| Day 1 [1st Thursday] | ₹102.55 Cr | 138.5% |
| Day 2 [1st Friday] | ₹80.72 Cr | -21.3% |
| Day 3 [1st Saturday] | ₹113.00 Cr | 40.0% |
| Day 4 [1st Sunday] | ₹114.85 Cr | 1.6% |
| Day 5 [1st Monday] | ₹65.00 Cr | -43.4% |
| Day 6 [1st Tuesday] | ₹56.55 Cr | -13.00% |
| Day 7 [1st Wednesday] | ₹48.25 Cr | -14.80% |
| Week 1 | ₹623.42 Cr | – |
| Day 8 [2nd Thursday] | ₹49.70 Cr | 1.9% |
| Day 9 [2nd Friday] | ₹44.10 Cr | 16.00% |
| Day 10 [2nd Saturday] | ₹62.85 Cr | 50.53% |
| Total | ₹778.77 Cr | – |
Despite the gap, Ustaad Bhagat Singh continues to show steady momentum, and its final Day 1 figures could improve significantly depending on evening and night show performance.
Disclaimer
The box office figures mentioned above are based on early estimates and reports from publicly available sources such as Sacnilk and other industry trackers. These numbers are subject to change as final data is updated.
