Thandel Theatrical Business Final: Naga Chaitanya's Film Makes Rs 37 Crore Worldwide; Break-even Target Is...

Thandel Theatrical Business Worldwide: Amid decent expectations and an elaborate promotional campaign, Naga Chaitanya-starrer Thandel, co-written and directed by Chandoo Mondeti, is hitting the screens worldwide on February 7. The movie stars Sai Pallavi in yet another solid role and was produced on a budget of Rs 80 Crore, the highest in NC's career to date.

Naga Chaitanya pinned high hopes on this movie as he is awaiting a break for a very long time. The actor also took home a hefty remuneration, his highest, for the film as he underwent a vigorous transformation to look the part of a fisherman. The theatrical trailer emphasized on the love story between Sathya (Bujji Thalli) and Thandel Raju.

The total worldwide theatrical rights of Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi's latest romantic action film Thandel have been reportedly sold for Rs 37 Crore. In addition, the film's digital rights fetched another Rs 40 Crore, as per the available information. The movie needs to make over Rs 38 Crore to achieve break-even. Here's the detailed break-down of Thandel Theatrical business worldwide.

Andhra & Telangana: Rs 27.50 Crore
(Nizam: Rs 10.50 Crore)
RoI: Rs 3.50 Crore
Overseas: Rs 6 Crore
Total Worldwide: Rs 37 Crore
Break-even Target: Rs 38 Crore or Rs 60 Crore in Share

Thandel Synopsis

Thandel Raju and his team of fishermen drift away and enter Pakistan waters during their fishing trip. Raju and Bujji Thalli's love story, their courage and strength till the moments of reunion is all about Thandel, dealt beautifully with deep romantic narration, elevated music, and stunning visuals.

Thandel Cast & Crew

Apart from Naga Chaitanya as Raju and Sai Pallavi as Satya AKA Bujji Thalli, the movie stars Kalpalatha, Karunakaran, Prakash Belawadi, Mahesh Achanta, and Parvateesam among others in prominent roles.

Bunny Vasu and Allu Aravind produced the movie under the Geetha Arts banners. Naveen Nooli and Shamdat Sainudeen worked as the film's editor and cinematographer. Karthik Theeda co-wrote the movie along with the director, Chandoo Mondeti. Devi Sri Prasad composed the film's entire background score and music.