U.S. BO: How Did Telugu Films Close 2025?

2025 has been a mixed season for the Telugu film industry as a few films turned out to be blockbuster while others turned out to be disasters. For now, let us have a look at the way in which certain Telugu films closed 2025 in the United States.

Recent closing figures from the North American box office highlight a challenging phase for Indian films overseas, with only one title managing to post a positive result while several others ended their runs with losses.

Among the latest releases, Shambhala emerged as the lone success, closing with a gross of 210 thousand dollars. Trade analysts describe its performance as a hit relative to its modest budget and limited release, noting that steady word of mouth helped the film sustain collections despite stiff competition.

In contrast, Akhanda 2 turned out to be the biggest disappointment in the circuit. The film wrapped up its North American run at 1.005 million dollars, a figure considered underwhelming given its scale and expectations. Its Hindi version fared especially poorly, collecting only about 1.5 thousand dollars, indicating negligible appeal beyond the core regional audience.

The remaining releases also struggled to make an impact. Champion finished with 190 thousand dollars, falling short of trade estimates. Mowgli closed at 72 thousand dollars, while Dhandoraa managed 65 thousand dollars. Psych Siddhartha recorded a weak performance with just 23 thousand dollars, and Eesha ended at the bottom of the list with a mere 19 thousand dollars.

Overall, the data points to a growing selectiveness among North American audiences. Analysts say that star power alone is no longer enough, and only films backed by strong content and clear positioning are likely to succeed in overseas markets.