OG Box Office Day 1: Pawan Kalyan’s Action Drama Storms Past ₹100 Crore Worldwide
Pawan Kalyan’s They Call Him OG smashes box office records with a ₹100 crore worldwide opening on Day 1. Directed by Sujeeth, the gangster drama sets the stage for a blockbuster run.
Pawan Kalyan in a powerful avatar from They Call Him OG, which crossed ₹100 crore worldwide on its opening day.
Given its star presence and anticipation, They Call Him OG, a gangster drama starring Pawan Kalyan, has witnessed thunderous receptions at the box-office with the film having crossed the ₹100 crore mark worldwide on the first day itself. Directed by Sujeeth, the film had its global theatrical release on September 25, 2025, a day after the paid premieres.
Record-Breaking Start
According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film earned ₹20.25 crore nett from its special premiere shows on September 24. This momentum carried forward to its theatrical debut, where OG recorded an estimated ₹70 crore nett opening in India on Day 1. With international markets added, the film’s global haul has already crossed the ₹100 crore milestone.
OG India Box Office Collection (Nett)
Day 0 (Paid Premieres – Telugu): ₹20.25 crore
Day 1: ₹70 crore
Total (till Day 1): ₹90.25 crore
Fans Celebrate Pawan Kalyan’s Mass Comeback
The movie has received massive acclaim from fans, who truly cherish Pawan Kalyan appearing in such a stylish and potent role in the title role. Despite a tight political schedule, the actor finished shooting on time, hence this release is very dear to his fans.
Produced by DVV Danayya, They Call Him OG stars Pawan Kalyan as Ojas Gambheera, locked in a deadly face-off with crime lord Omi Bhau, played by Emraan Hashmi. The ensemble cast also includes Arjun Das, Priyanka Mohan, Sriya Reddy, and Prakash Raj.
What’s Next at the Box Office?
With its explosive start, OG is expected to dominate ticket counters in the coming days. The film’s strong run will be tested when it faces competition from upcoming big releases — Dhanush’s Idli Kadai and Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1.
