Every Biggest Box Office Record Started Here In Tollywood

Telugu cinema has achieved many unforgettable milestones over the years. From black-and-white classics to modern pan-India blockbusters, the industry has continued to grow with every generation. One interesting fact is that many of Indian cinema's biggest box office milestones were first achieved by Telugu films.

The journey started in 1957 with Mayabazaar, starring legendary actor N.T. Rama Rao (NTR). The film became the first Telugu movie to reach the ₹1 crore mark, creating history during that era. Even today, it is considered one of the greatest Indian films ever made.

The next big milestone came in 1990 when Chiranjeevi's Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari became the first Telugu film to collect ₹10 crore at the box office. The fantasy entertainer was a huge blockbuster and remains one of Chiranjeevi's most loved films.

In 1999, Nandamuri Balakrishna's Samarasimha Reddy crossed the ₹25 crore mark. The film became a massive success and played an important role in popularizing the faction drama genre in Telugu cinema.

Another historic moment arrived in 2006 when Mahesh Babu's Pokiri became the first Telugu movie to earn ₹50 crore. The action entertainer changed the box office trend and became one of the biggest hits of its time.

Three years later, in 2009, Ram Charan's Magadheera, directed by S. S. Rajamouli, became the first Telugu film to cross ₹100 crore. Its grand visuals, emotional story, and outstanding performances made it a landmark film.

The biggest revolution came with Prabhas and director S. S. Rajamouli. In 2015, Baahubali: The Beginning became the first Telugu film to collect ₹500 crore worldwide, proving that regional cinema could attract audiences across India.

The success became even bigger in 2017 with Baahubali 2: The Conclusion. The film became the first Indian movie to cross ₹1000 crore and later ₹1500 crore at the global box office. It changed the way Indian films were released and marketed worldwide.