Natural Star Nani has hit the bullseye with his recent outing HIT 3, which is shattering box office records with its deafening performance during the first weekend. The action thriller, directed by Sailesh Kolanu, is the third part of the hit HIT franchise and has opened to a scorching response both in India and abroad.
From the moment the curtain lifted on its first day, HIT 3 started showing clear signs of being a major box office force. With a gripping narrative, stylish execution, and Nani’s intense performance, the film captivated audiences and critics alike, resulting in strong word-of-mouth and packed theaters.
Massive Opening Across All Territories
The film recorded a phenomenal start in Nizam, one of the key territories for Telugu cinema, collecting an impressive ₹13 crore (including GST) during the opening weekend. This figure alone has surpassed Nani’s previous bests and signals a new benchmark for the actor in the region.
In Ceded, HIT 3 brought in ₹3.5 crore, a solid number considering the genre and urban setup of the film. The collections in Coastal Andhra Pradesh have also stood out, raking in ₹12 crore (including GST). These strong figures from Andhra and Telangana combined showcase the film’s pan-regional appeal and the growing popularity of Nani’s brand across the Telugu states.
In Rest of India, HIT 3 registered ₹5.5 crore, which is remarkable considering the other releases and the appeal of the film, being language-specific. Yet, it’s overseas where HIT 3 actually surprised all—grossing a phenomenal ₹11 crore in three days.
Total Share and Recovery Point to Blockbuster Status
HIT 3 has registered a total global share of ₹45 crore in the first weekend, and if GST is not included, the net share is ₹41 crore. This is an impressive number as the theatrical rights were worth ₹47 crore, and the movie has already recovered a whopping 87% in three days.
Such a percentage is rarely seen unless the film garners unanimously positive reception and a strong repeat audience — both of which HIT 3 has managed to pull off. The momentum from day one has only accelerated through Saturday and Sunday, and trade analysts are already calling it one of Nani’s most commercially successful outings to date.
With consistent footfalls and fewer drops in the cities, HIT 3 is giving every indication of being a massive box office hit.
Powerful Word of Mouth and Audience Engagement
The strength of the core in HIT 3 comes from its racy script and edge-of-the-seat performances, spearheaded by Nani in a hard-boiled avatar. Director Sailesh Kolanu has continued the franchise’s signature investigation-driven tone without weakening it in any way in the third part by amping up the action and emotions.
The audience has welcomed the edgy storytelling, technical craftsmanship, and background score, all of which enhance the cinematic worth of the thriller. The sharp pacing of the movie, quick cutting, and out-of-nowhere twists have enhanced its mass market appeal and made it retain excellent occupancy levels at multiplexes and singles alike.
Social media too has been buzzing with praise for the film, with fans calling it Nani’s most intense performance yet. The consistent online chatter has played a key role in building momentum for the film across cities and regions.
Overseas Market Gives Major Boost
While Nani has always enjoyed a good overseas following, HIT 3 has pushed it to the next level. The ₹11 crore overseas weekend collection is not only impressive — it’s record-breaking for Nani. The movie is doing exceptionally well in the USA, Gulf nations, and Australia, where Telugu cinema enjoys a large diaspora base.
Given the international acclaim and the large number of screens it has been released on, HIT 3’s overseas numbers are expected to grow stronger in the coming weekdays and possibly push Nani into the 100 crore club globally, a feat not easily achievable for films without pan-India branding.
Can HIT 3 Become Nani’s Highest-Grosser?
With only ₹6 crore left to breakeven and weekdays traditionally known to maintain decent numbers for thrillers with strong word-of-mouth, HIT 3 is almost guaranteed to cross the breakeven mark by Tuesday or Wednesday. If the film sustains its current pace, it could very well surpass “Dasara” and become Nani’s highest-grossing film to date.
Trade circles are hopeful, particularly with no huge competition until the next big launch. This allows HIT 3 at least another weekend of dominance at the box office, ensuring it can possibly rake in a lifetime share over ₹60 crore and gross collections near ₹100 crore globally.
Franchise Future Looks Bright
The success of HIT 3 not only cements Nani’s stardom but also strengthens the HIT franchise’s position as a dependable commercial series. With each film introducing new leads, evolving storylines, and cross-linking characters, HIT has found a loyal audience that appreciates intelligent thrillers with scale.
There are already rumors in business circles that HIT 4 is on the way, and with what has been seen so far, an official unveiling may not be long in coming.
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Final Verdict
Nani’s HIT 3 has delivered a thunderous opening weekend, collecting ₹45 crore worldwide and recovering 87% of its theatrical value. With extraordinary numbers in Nizam and Overseas, strong domestic performance in Andhra, Ceded, and Rest of India, and glowing audience reviews, the film is well on track to become the biggest hit of Nani’s career.
Everyone now awaits the weekday business to determine exactly how high HIT 3 will fly, but for the present, the word is out — Nani has a hit film in hand, and HIT 3 is an all-time winner.
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