OG Box Office Collection Day 1: Pawan Kalyan Film Records Massive ₹90.25 Crore India Collection

The film "They Call Him OG," starring Pawan Kalyan and produced by DVV Danayya, achieved significant success at the Indian box office on its first day. Released on September 25, it quickly became one of the biggest openers in India. The movie's strong start was anticipated due to its widespread appeal and fan following.

According to Sacnilk, the Telugu-language film made an impressive ₹70.75 crore net in India on its opening day. This includes ₹20.25 crore from premiere shows alone. With a total business of ₹91 crore net so far, the film has set new records for Telugu cinema in 2025.

Box Office Success

The movie's advance bookings were extraordinary, with nearly ₹98 crore gross secured through pre-sales. It became the highest-grossing Telugu film of 2025 from its premiere shows, which earned over ₹23 crores. Early estimates suggest that the film grossed ₹100 crore in India and ₹150 crore globally on its first day.

Film trade analyst Sumit Kadel praised the movie's performance, giving it a 3.5-star rating. He noted on X that "#OG has taken a MONSTROUS start at the box office." The film recorded the biggest paid previews sale in India and had record-breaking overseas premieres.
Star-Studded Cast

Pawan Kalyan plays Ojas Gambheera, a formidable gangster aiming to reclaim his empire from Omi Bhau, portrayed by Emraan Hashmi in his Telugu debut. The cast also includes Priyanka Mohan as Dr Kanmani, along with Prakash Raj, Arjun Das, Sriya Reddy, Shaam, Harish Uthaman, Rahul Ravindran, and Jackie Shroff in a cameo role.

The movie is directed by Sujeeth and produced under DVV Entertainment. It stands out as one of the largest Indian openers worldwide due to its engaging storyline and star power.

Sumit Kadel highlighted several aspects of the film in his review: "Director #Sujeeth gives us a slick gangster saga - action that feels artistic , not noisy.... Terrific action, Pawan Kalyan Presentation, damm impressive cinematography , PHENOMENAL FIRESTORM IS HERE Interval Block & Satisfying Climax, using PK old song was a MASTERSTROKE."

The movie's combination of thrilling action sequences and compelling performances has resonated well with audiences across India and beyond.

"They Call Him OG" continues to captivate viewers with its gripping narrative and outstanding performances. Its remarkable opening day success is a testament to its widespread appeal among fans and critics alike.