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Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, starring Megastar Chiranjeevi, is among the most anticipated Tollywood releases for Sankranti 2026. The film marks a crucial moment for Chiranjeevi, who is aiming for a strong comeback following the disappointment of Bholaa Shankar. While expectations are high, the box office challenge is significant.

Post-COVID, Chiranjeevi’s theatrical performance has largely been underwhelming, with Waltair Veerayya being the only major success. However, fans and trade circles remain optimistic this time, largely thanks to director Anil Ravipudi, known for consistently delivering mass entertainers. Anil’s Sankranthiki Vasthunam in 2025 was a blockbuster, further boosting confidence in his collaboration with Chiranjeevi.

That said, the numbers paint a tough reality. Though the makers haven’t officially confirmed the budget, industry reports suggest that Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu was made on a massive budget of around ₹200 crore. To merely reach the “safe zone” and avoid losses, the film needs to collect at least ₹200 crore net in India.

For perspective, Waltair Veerayya — Chiranjeevi’s most successful post-COVID film — collected ₹161.06 crore net. This means Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu must earn roughly 24% more than Waltair Veerayya just to break even, a feat achievable only with strong word of mouth and audience support.