Telugu comedy entertainer Anaganaga Oka Raju has kicked off its box office journey on a solid note, benefitting from the festive Sankranthi release window. The film, which hit theatres on January 14, recorded encouraging numbers on its opening day, signalling strong initial audience interest.
According to early estimates reported by Sacnilk, Anaganaga Oka Raju earned approximately Rs 5.50 crore (India net) on Day 1.
Anaganaga Oka Raju Day 1 Box Office Collection
- Day 1 India Net Collection: Rs 5.50 crore (approx.)
The film witnessed healthy occupancy across Telugu-speaking regions, reflecting positive word-of-mouth and festive footfalls.
Occupancy Breakdown (Telugu Version)
- Morning shows: 37.82%
- Afternoon shows: 57.07%
- Evening shows: 69.03%
- Night shows: 76.66%
- Overall Telugu occupancy: 60.15%
The steady upward trend throughout the day indicates growing audience traction, particularly during evening and night shows.
Audience & Social Media Response
Starring Naveen Polishetty and Meenakshi Chaudhary in lead roles, Anaganaga Oka Raju is positioned as a family-friendly Sankranthi entertainer. Early reactions on social media platforms have been largely positive, with viewers praising the film’s humour, performances, and festive appeal.
One viewer wrote, “Out-and-out perfect entertainer with a simple story and drama. A perfect Sankranthi watch. Naveen’s comic timing is as usual spot on, and this is a good start for him as a story writer.”
Another audience reaction read, “Worth watching with family and friends. Naveen is back with a full-on comedy film. Complete entertainment and a proper Sankranthi festival movie. Every character did a great job, and Meenakshi looks good.”
Naveen Polishetty’s performance, particularly his comic timing and screen presence, has emerged as a key highlight among viewers.
What’s Next at the Box Office
With positive early feedback and strong festive support, Anaganaga Oka Raju is expected to maintain momentum over the extended Sankranthi weekend. The film’s performance in the coming days will determine whether it can convert its promising opening into a sustained theatrical run.
