Hari Hara Veera Mallu US Advance Booking: Pawan Kalyan's Comeback Film Opens to Lukewarm Response with $220K Pre-Sales

Pawan Kalyan’s much-awaited return to the silver screen, Hari Hara Veera Mallu, has recorded a modest start in the US market, earning just USD 220,000 in advance bookings for its premiere shows. With only six days left until its global release, the numbers have sparked concern among trade watchers.

🎟️ US Advance Booking Details

According to data tracked by industry analyst @Venky_Bo, Hari Hara Veera Mallu has sold approximately 7,900 tickets across 1,110 shows in 420 North American locations, totaling USD 220K in pre-sales as of Friday morning (July 18).

The performance is underwhelming for a film marking Pawan Kalyan’s return after three years, and comes despite the star’s massive fanbase among Telugu audiences in the US.

🎬 About the Film

Directed by Krish Jagarlamudi and AM Jyothi Krishna, Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part One – Sword vs Spirit is a lavishly mounted period action drama featuring an ensemble cast including:

• Pawan Kalyan
• Nidhhi Agerwal
• Nargis Fakhri
• Nora Fatehi
• Sathyaraj
• Bobby Deol

Set against a historical backdrop, the film is said to combine action, politics, and spirituality in a two-part saga.

📉 Muted Hype Raises Concerns

Despite being in the pipeline since September 2020, the film's delayed production due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Pawan Kalyan’s political engagements seems to have diluted pre-release buzz.

Trade insiders suggest a lack of aggressive marketing and limited promotions may be affecting awareness, especially in overseas markets. However, with six days still to go before release, there's room for a turnaround if last-minute bookings surge.

📅 Release Date & India Pre-Booking Status

Hari Hara Veera Mallu is set to hit screens worldwide on July 24, 2025. While the US advance booking is under scrutiny, domestic (India) bookings are yet to open.

The film is expected to see a stronger response in the Telugu-speaking regions, given Kalyan’s star power. Whether it can translate that into solid box office numbers depends on audience reception and word-of-mouth after release.

🛡️ Final Thoughts

As anticipation builds in India, all eyes are on whether Hari Hara Veera Mallu can bounce back from its slow start in the US and deliver a blockbuster opening globally. The coming days will be crucial for this ambitious historical actioner.