S Shankar’s Telugu debut Game Changer, starring Ram Charan and Kiara Advani, opened with impressive collections. On its first day, the film earned ₹186 crore globally, according to official figures shared by the team. This political action drama has made an impact both domestically and internationally.

A Spectacular Opening Day Worldwide

The film’s official X handle announced the opening day collections on Saturday. It posted, “The king’s arrival is setting the box office ablaze. #GameChanger takes a blockbuster opening at the BOX OFFICE. #BlockbusterGameChanger GROSSES 186 CRORES WORLDWIDE on Day 1.” Domestically, Game Changer collected ₹51.25 crore across five languages: Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam. Internationally, its earnings tripled, bringing the global total to ₹186 crore. The film tells the story of an IAS officer, played by Ram Charan, who takes on corrupt politicians and advocates for fair elections. Produced by Sri Venkateswara Creations, it also features SJ Suryah, Jayaram, and Vennela Kishore.

Falls Short of Pushpa 2’s Record-Breaking Success

While Game Changer surpassed Ram Charan’s previous blockbuster RRR’s ₹133 crore opening, it still lagged behind Pushpa 2: The Rule. Sukumar’s action thriller, featuring Allu Arjun, earned ₹294 crore globally on its first day. Pushpa 2 has grossed over ₹1,800 crore worldwide since its release last month. The Pushpa franchise has set a high bar, with Allu Arjun’s National Award-winning performance and a third installment, Pushpa 3: The Rampage, already in the pipeline.

Game Changer’s Road Ahead

Game Changer has shown a promising start despite stiff competition. Its gripping storyline and stellar performances have won over audiences. In the days ahead, it remains to be seen whether the film can sustain its momentum and join the ranks of Telugu cinema’s highest-grossing films.