The upcoming Telugu action entertainer Ustaad Bhagat Singh, starring Pawan Kalyan, is witnessing a surprisingly slow start in advance bookings in the United States.
According to a report by Koimoi, the film’s premiere advance sales in North America are currently much lower than expected, especially when compared with the actor’s previous release They Call Him OG.
The film is scheduled to clash at the box office with Dhurandhar: The Revenge on March 19, making the upcoming days crucial for its box office momentum.
USA Premiere Advance Booking Numbers
As per the latest advance booking trends, Ustaad Bhagat Singh has so far recorded:
- $160K gross from premiere advance sales
- 1016 shows scheduled in the USA
- Around 6,900 tickets sold
- $175K total advance collection across North America
While the numbers have improved slightly from $147K recorded the previous day, the growth pace remains relatively slow for a film headlined by a star like Pawan Kalyan.
Far Behind They Call Him OG
The current booking figures appear even more concerning when compared to the advance booking performance of They Call Him OG.
The 2025 film created a massive impact at the US box office with $1.9 million in premiere pre-sales. In comparison, the current advance sales of Ustaad Bhagat Singh represent only about 8.4% of that record figure.
For fans accustomed to seeing Pawan Kalyan’s films dominate overseas markets, the current trend is considered unusually weak.
Top Telugu Premiere Pre-Sales in the USA (2025)
According to trade reports cited by Koimoi, the top Telugu premiere pre-sales at the US box office in 2025 were:
| Film | Premiere Pre-Sales |
|---|---|
| They Call Him OG | $1.9 Million |
| The RajaSaab | $750K |
| Game Changer | $657.9K |
| Hari Hara Veera Mallu | $503K |
| HIT 3 | $415.9K |
Compared with these figures, Ustaad Bhagat Singh still has a long way to go to match the leading Telugu premieres in the US market.
Clash With Dhurandhar 2 Could Impact Performance
Industry observers believe the film’s box office prospects could also be affected by the release of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, which is generating massive buzz globally.
Both films are scheduled to release on March 19, setting up a direct box office clash.
With only a few days remaining before the premiere shows, trade analysts are closely watching whether the film’s advance booking will accelerate once the trailer and additional promotional material are released.
The coming days will determine whether Ustaad Bhagat Singh can regain momentum in overseas markets or if the hype surrounding Dhurandhar 2 continues to dominate the box office conversation.
