Published on Dec 27, 2025 1:01 AM IST
This year’s Christmas season has become a boon for small and medium range films due to the absence of star hero films. In the absence of competition from big films, the audience is turning to the movies available to them that have good content. Adi Saikumar starrer ‘Shambala’ is making excellent use of these favorable conditions.
On the first day alone, this movie has achieved a gross collection of Rs. 3 Crore 30 Lakh worldwide. Analysts believe that this is a huge amount in terms of Aadi Saikumar’s market and the promotions and positive talk done by the film’s team are the reason for this level of collections.
On the other hand, compared to the film ‘Champion’ which was released, ‘Shambala’
(Shambala)
It is doing well at the box office. While Roshan Meka starrer ‘Champion’ has gained some upper hand in terms of collections, the film’s budget and huge banner values have divided the expectations. However, the film ‘Shambhala’ is entertaining the audience as a new kind of periodical drama, unlike the regular formula. Audiences are showing interest in this film as it is a different attempt. Although other films like ‘Esha’ are in the race, there is little chance of surpassing ‘Shambhala’ in terms of bookings, according to trade sources.
How the film fares at the box office will depend on Monday’s collections. However, due to the low budget, the risk for this film is low and if the collections are stable by Sunday, it is sure to enter the profit zone. The team of the film, who is humbled by the success of the film, has already held a press meet and shared their happiness. Hero Adi Saikumar himself is preparing to visit the theaters to take the film to more people. If this plan is a workout then ‘Shambhala’
(Shambala)
There is a possibility of becoming a big winner in small films.
