‘Shaakuntalam’ box office collection Day 1: Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s film rakes in $150k from USA premieres and opening day gross, despite slow start – Times of India
Shaakuntalam is a mythological romance-drama film directed by Gunasekhar and starring Samantha Ruth Prabhu in the titular role. The film is based on the classic Sanskrit play, Abhijnanasakuntalam, written by the great Indian poet Kalidasa. Shaakuntalam follows the story of Shaakuntala, a young girl who falls in love with King Dushyanta, and the trials and tribulations they face in their relationship.
The film’s premiere in the US was a major success, with the film grossing over $150k in just one day. This is a significant achievement for a South Indian film, as it shows the growing popularity of Indian cinema in the international market. The strong showing in the US market is also an indicator of the film’s potential success in other international markets.
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Despite the slow start in India, the film’s strong showing in the US market has given hope to the filmmakers that the film will pick up pace in India as well. The film has received positive reviews from critics, who have praised Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s performance in the film. The film’s music, composed by Mani Sharma, has also received critical acclaim. In the movie, Shakuntala takes on the titular role portrayed by Samantha, while Dev Mohan plays Dushyanta, the king of Puru dynasty. Additionally, there are several supporting roles played by Mohan Babu, Jisshu Sengupta, Madhoo, Gautami, Aditi Balan, and Ananya Nagalla.
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