Jr NTR thanks fans as Devara grosses over Rs 500 crore globally

    Devara Part 1, released last week, has already grossed over Rs 500 crore, making it one of the biggest hits in Telugu cinema this year.

    Jr NTR in and as Devara

    Jr NTR in and as Devara

    Telugu superstar Jr NTR has expressed heartfelt gratitude to audiences and the team behind his latest movie, Devara Part 1, following its successful run in theatres. In a statement filled with appreciation, Jr NTR shared excitement over "the overwhelming response the film" has received from fans.

    "My heart is filled with immense gratitude for the overwhelming response to Devara Part 1," Jr NTR said. "This film holds a special place in my heart, and seeing the outpouring of love from around the world makes it even more special."

    He went on to thank his co-stars and the crew for their dedication. "First and foremost, I want to thank my fellow cast members: Saif Sir, Janhvi, Prakash Raj Garu, Srikanth Garu, and all the other actors for breathing life into their characters so ably and giving our story wings," he said.

    Jr NTR also showered praise on the film’s director, Koratala Siva. "A huge thanks to my captain, Koratala Siva, for his vision of conceiving this world and this tale. His leadership guided us through every step of making this magnificent vision a reality." He also praised Anirudh for his music, calling it a major talking point of the movie, as well as Rathnavelu for his stunning cinematography.

    He didn’t forget the technical crew, expressing appreciation for "Sabu Sir for the great production design, Yugandhar Garu for the VFX, and Sreekar Prasad Garu for the edit, and all the technicians for shaping the product in the best possible way!"

    He also had a special message to his fans, appreciating their unwavering support. "To my FANS who always stand by me and keep giving me that energy, I feel truly blessed. Your unwavering support is the reason I push myself beyond my limits. I promise to keep giving my best for you. Thank you for carrying Devara Part 1 on your shoulders and making it a huge success and a remarkable blockbuster."

    Devara Part 1 was released last week to high expectations. While the film received mixed reactions from critics, it has performed impressively at the box office, raking in over Rs 500 crore in theatrical collections, making it one of the biggest Telugu hits of the year.