Nani’s HIT 3 Breaks Records with ₹43 Cr Day 1 Worldwide, Becomes His Biggest Opener

02 May 2025 06:55 AM
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Natural Star Nani has made a thunderous return to the big screen with his latest crime thriller, Hit 3: The Third Case. Released yesterday, the film has taken the box office by storm, grossing over ₹43 crore worldwide on its opening day. The figure, officially confirmed by the makers on social media, marks the highest day-one gross for Nani to date, setting a new benchmark in his career. The excitement began building weeks before the release, thanks to a well-planned promotional strategy by the team behind Hit 3. With teasers, trailers, cast interviews, and social media campaigns, the film was positioned as a must-watch crime drama. The payoff has been extraordinary, with Hit 3 not only dominating domestic markets but also emerging as the top Indian film worldwide on its release day.

In a celebratory social media post, the film’s production team wrote:
“SARKAAR’S BOX OFFICE MAYHEM collects a whopping 43+ CRORES GROSS WORLDWIDE on DAY 1 Natural Star @NameisNani’s HIGHEST DAY 1 GROSSER HIT3 is the 1 INDIAN FILM WORLDWIDE YESTERDAY.”
Trade analysts have echoed the same, confirming that Hit 3 has set a new personal record for Nani in terms of opening day earnings. Compared to its predecessors, The First Case and The Second Case, the third installment has outperformed both critically and commercially. The success reinforces Nani's strong box office pull and cements his position as one of Telugu cinema’s most bankable stars.

The buzz surrounding Hit 3 was not limited to India. The film has received an overwhelming response overseas, collecting an impressive $1.2 million on its first day itself. This milestone makes it Nani’s highest-grossing overseas opener ever a major feat that reflects his growing popularity among global audiences. One of the contributing factors to this enormous turnout has been the ease of access and digital ticketing. Online booking platform BookMyShow revealed that a staggering 2.7 lakh tickets were sold within 24 hours, underscoring the massive anticipation and strong word-of-mouth the film has generated.

Directed by Sailesh Kolanu, Hit 3: The Third Case continues the gripping universe that began with Hit: The First Case. The movie is produced by Prashanthi Tipirneni under the banners of Wall Poster Cinema and Nani Unanimous Productions. True to the nature o f the HIT franchise, the film combines suspense, crime, and emotional depth, offering a compelling cinematic experience.The franchise, known for its layered storytelling and well-developed characters, has grown stronger with each installment. The overwhelming response to Hit 3 has encouraged the makers to plan a fourth part, which is already in the pipeline. Given the current momentum, expectations are sky-high for what comes next.

In an industry that sees fierce competition, Hit 3 has proven to be a standout success. With solid direction, strong performances, and masterful storytelling, the film delivers both commercially and critically. As the weekend unfolds, it is expected that the collections will only soar further. For Nani, this success reinforces his versatility and audience connect. Whether in romantic dramas, action films, or investigative thrillers, he continues to win hearts and deliver hits. And with Hit 3, he now has another feather in his cap his biggest opening ever.

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