Prabhas Makes History as the First South Indian Star with Salaar; Here's Why
Adding yet another feather to his cap, Prabhas becomes the first South Indian actor to achieve the milestone of starring in three ₹500 crore films.
Prabhas, the South Indian actor, has yet again carved his name in history with his latest movie, Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire. Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Prashanth Neel, the film stormed into theaters on December 22, treating audiences to a multilingual experience in Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi. The official announcement from the movie's Twitter handle declared that Salaar had breached the prestigious ₹500 crore mark worldwide, showcasing its tremendous success.
What makes Salaar exceptional is not just its box office triumph, but also the collaboration between Prabhas and director Prashanth Neel, marking their debut partnership. Prabhas takes center stage, portraying the character of Salaar in this high-octane action extravaganza produced by Vijay Kiragandur under Hombale Films.
The film's staggering success is evident from its groundbreaking opening day collection of ₹178.7 crore, setting a new record for the highest opening day earnings among all Indian films released in 2023. This remarkable feat surpassed the initial box office performances of Shah Rukh Khan's blockbuster hits - Pathaan, Jawan, and the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Animal, showcasing Salaar's dominance in its league.
Adding yet another feather to his cap, Prabhas becomes the first South Indian actor to achieve the milestone of starring in three ₹500 crore films. His previous blockbusters, Baahubali and Baahubali 2, achieved this extraordinary feat, and now, with the resounding success of Salaar, Prabhas reaffirms his superstar status in the Indian film industry.
Besides Prabhas, the movie boasts a stellar ensemble cast including Prithviraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan, Eshwari Rao, Sriya Reddy, Tinnu Anand, and Jagapathi Babu. Set in the fictional city of Khansaar, Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire narrates the tale of two friends, Deva (played by Prabhas) and Vardha (portrayed by Prithviraj). The film's sequel, Salaar: Part 2 - Shauryanga Parvam, is eagerly awaited by fans, promising to continue the saga of this gripping narrative.
Prabhas' remarkable achievement and the overwhelming success of Salaar underscore the actor's unparalleled charisma and the movie's captivating storytelling, solidifying his position as an iconic figure in Indian cinema.
-by Vishnupriya