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Time of India
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' OTT release: Pawan Kalyan starrer period action drama likely to be preponed digitally
Picture Credit: X Pawan Kalyan 's much-anticipated historical action drama 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 Sword vs Spirit' is having an underwhelming performance at the box office. The latest buzz suggests that the film might be released sooner on the OTT platform than the initial date. Independence Day release in the works? As per a report by 123Telugu, the period drama movie is speculated to arrive on OTT earlier than expected. Initially planned for a digital premiere on August 22, 2025, the latest industry buzz suggests that the makers are eyeing an August 15 release instead, coinciding with Independence Day. While no official confirmation has been made by the production team yet, it is anticipated that the streaming platform and the filmmakers are considering preponing the release to cash in on the Independence Day weekend. The move is reportedly being evaluated as a way to maximise reach and recover losses after the film's theatrical run underperformed. The period drama was released amid high expectations and massive promotions, as it was touted to be Pawan Kalyan's first full-fledged pan-Indian film. However, despite a strong start, the movie faced mixed reviews and couldn't sustain momentum at the ticket window. About the film 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' is helmed by Jyothi Krishna and Krish Jagarlamudi, who also contributed to the direction, and is set in the 17th century during the Mughal Empire. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn More - How Donating Sperm May Boost Your Income SpellRock Undo The film follows the story of a legendary outlaw who takes on the ruling elites. Pawan Kalyan plays the fictional character who is a rebel hero, while Nidhhi Agerwal stars as the female lead. Bollywood actor Bobby Deol takes on the role of the main antagonist, as Aurangzeb. The cast also features Nassar, Sunil, Dalip Tahil, Adithya, and Sachin Khedekar in prominent roles. The music for the film has been composed by MM Keeravaani.
Time of India
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' Box Office Collection Day 8: Pawan Kalyan starrer sees major drop; earns Rs 35 lakhs
Picture Credit: X Pawan Kalyan 's period action drama 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu – Part 1: Sword vs Spirit' is currently running in theatres, but the film seems to be losing its grip at the box office. After starting off on a decent note, the movie has been experiencing a consistent decline in collections, with its Day 8 earnings being one of the lowest since its release. Box office trend As per trade estimates by Sacnilk, Hari Hara Veera Mallu collected Rs 35 lakhs on Thursday, July 31, marking a big drop in daily collections. The film, which had a promising weekend initially, has seen a downward trend since Day 5. As on day 5, it collected over Rs 2.1 crore, on day 6 and 7 it made Rs 1.75 crore and Rs 1.3 crore respectively, and later minted over Rs 35 crore. With this, the film's total collection currently stands at approximately Rs 80.75 crore. Theatre occupancy The occupancy levels also reflect the decline in audience turnout. The overall Telugu occupancy on Day 8 was just 13.29%. Morning shows saw 13.19% attendance, while afternoon and evening shows recorded 12.92% and 13.59%, respectively. Night shows slightly improved with 13.47%, but the numbers remained on the lower end throughout the day. About the film Directed by Jyothi Krishna , 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' is a high-budget historical action adventure set in the Mughal era. Pawan Kalyan plays the titular role of Veera Mallu, a legendary warrior who sets out on a daring mission against the Mughal empire. The movie was released with high expectations, especially among Pawan Kalyan's fans who were eagerly waiting to see him in a larger-than-life avatar. While the initial response helped the film earn decent numbers in its first few days, the momentum has not sustained. However, the upcoming weekend might help the film gain good numbers.
Time of India
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
He choreographed an 18-minute action block: Director Jyothi Krishna shares his experience working with Pawan Kalyan in 'Hari Hara Veera 'Mallu'—Exclusive
Picture Credit: X Filmmaker Jyothi Krishna , who helmed the recently released 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 – Swords vs Spirit,' spoke to ETimes about his experience directing the historical action drama starring Pawan Kalyan in the lead role. The director opened up about working with the actor-politician. On working with Pawan Kalyan Calling it a "collective experience," Jyothi Krishna praised Pawan Kalyan for bringing more than just acting to the table. "Since he had directed a film in the past, he brings that directorial understanding to the table. He's not just a great actor; he's also a terrific director," he said. Pawan Kalyan was actively involved in the action scenes, even choreographing an 18-minute-long sequence himself. He said, "Even with action sequences, he was deeply involved. In fact, he choreographed one entire action block himself. That sequence alone runs for about 18 minutes in the film. He's well-trained in martial arts, Kalaripayattu, and other combat techniques, so he's as skilled as any professional stunt master. For that particular action portion, he handled the choreography on his own." "For the rest of the sequences, I did pre-visualizations, created animations, and presented them to him. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3/4/5 BHK Sea View Homes in Sewri by L&T Realty L&T_The Gateway Get Offer Undo It was like getting two or three layers of approval. But once he liked something, he trusted the process completely; he never interfered or questioned it," he added. Despite his political stature as Deputy CM, Jyothi Krishna shared that Pawan created a warm and grounded atmosphere on set. "He made us feel completely at ease on set. It never felt like we were working with a powerful political figure; it felt like we were working with a regular, grounded actor. That's how comfortable he made the entire team feel," he said. A moment of fulfillment The director also shared that one of his proudest moments was watching the climax scene come alive. "I felt truly fulfilled, especially with the climax sequence involving Bobby Deol. It was a massive, high-budget climax that cost over Rs 15–20 crores. I'm really happy with how it turned out. We shot it using full CGI, with multiple layers and across different locations. We even brought in two to three different stunt teams to work on it. Seeing it all come together on screen gave me immense satisfaction. When you watch it, you'll understand exactly what I mean. It's something I'm proud of." Exploring the period drama genre Although known for films in other genres, Jyothi Krishna said he had always dreamt of making a period action drama. The 'Enakku 20 Unakku 18' director said, "Actually, I've always wanted to do a period action drama. I studied in film school in the UK, and my interest has always been in action and full-fledged adventure films. But I never got the opportunity before, so I ended up doing romantic comedies and other genres. This is the first time I've had the chance to work on an adventure film, and I was completely immersed in it." The director further shared about the film and the character played by Pawan Kalyan. He said, "Veera Mallu is a purely fictional character, but in the story, he fights against the historical figure Aurangzeb. The title of Part One is 'Sword vs. Spirit,' where the sword represents Aurangzeb, and the spirit symbolizes Veera Mallu." Hari Hara Veera Mallu - Official Telugu Trailer Working With MM Keeravani The film's music is composed by Oscar-winning composer MM Keeravani. The director praised his work and shared how music helps in the storytelling, saying, "We have around five to six songs in total; four of them are background tracks, and two are live dance numbers. For a theatrical audience, songs play a big role in providing entertainment and creating those 'hook' moments that draw people back to the cinema. The music helps elevate the emotional core of the film. For example, there's a song that plays during a fight sequence; it blends seamlessly into the action and enhances the mood. I'm truly happy to be working with M. M. Keeravani. He's an Oscar winner, and I'm very, very happy working with him." The movie, released on July 24th, has completed a 7-day run at the box office, crossing the Rs 80 crore mark in India as per Sacnilk. The movie also stars Nidhhi Agerwal, Bobby Deol, Nargis Fakhri, Nora Fatehi, Jisshu Sengupta, Sunil Varma, and Sathyaraj in key roles.
News18
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Hari Hara Veera Mallu Day 6 Box Office: Pawan Kalyan Film Struggles To Reach Rs 80 crore
Pawan Kalyan's "Hari Hara Veera Mallu" struggles at the box office, earning Rs 78.69 crore by day 6. Despite a strong Rs 34.75 crore opening, earnings have dipped. Hari Hara Veera Mallu Day 6 Box Office Collection: Pawan Kalyan's much-awaited period action film Hari Hara Veera Mallu hit the big screen on July 24 after years of delay. However, the buzz is already wearing off. Despite sky-high expectations from fans, the historical epic hasn't quite lived up to the hype, and the box office numbers are proof. By day 6, the film is still trying to inch closer to the Rs80 crore mark, but the latest figures don't look too promising. As per early estimates by Sacnilk, the film has witnessed yet another dip in collections. According to early estimates, Hari Hara Veera Mallu collected Rs 1.34 crore on Tuesday, making it the film's lowest single-day earning so far. Its highest remains the opening day, which brought in Rs 34.75 crore. Despite the weekend, there was no significant jump in numbers. Sunday's collection dipped to Rs 10.6 crore. As of Tuesday, the film's total box office collection stands at Rs 78.69 crore. Hari Hara Veera Mallu had begun its theatrical journey with an explosive opening of Rs 34.75 crore on Day 1. Directed by Jyothi Krishna, takes audiences back to the 17th century with a powerful story of rebellion. Set in a time of political unrest, the film follows a brave outlaw who rises against a cruel regime. Marking his return to cinema, Pawan Kalyan, now the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, plays the lead role with intensity. The movie explores strong themes of resistance, justice, and loyalty as it brings a dramatic chapter of history to life. Kalyan's character leads a fierce uprising, standing tall as a symbol of courage and defiance. The screenplay is written by Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi, Sai Madhav Burra, and Abhimanyu Srivastava. A part of the film's review by News18 read, 'Technically, Hari Hara Veera Mallu is a mixed bag. Thota Tharani's production design recreates parts of the Mughal world with flair, especially the Charminar sequences, but elsewhere, the visuals falter. The CGI, particularly in action-heavy scenes like the lion sequence and the journey to Delhi, ranges from jarring to downright laughable. These effects undercut the seriousness of the story and make the film feel less like a period epic and more like an outdated TV fantasy." First Published: July 30, 2025, 08:05 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu' re-edited: Flag scene removed, climax trimmed after mixed response
'Hari Hara Veera Mallu', starring Pawan Kalyan , released recently but didn't get a strong response from the audience. To upgrade the movie, the makers have now released a new, shorter version with several scenes removed or changed. Makers decided to make changes to improve the film According to the reports of 123Telugu, it's been a few days since 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu', starring Pawan Kalyan, released in theatres. This big-budget film was highly awaited, but it didn't get the strong response everyone expected. Seeing the audience's mixed feedback, the makers decided to quickly make changes to improve the film. Director Jyothi Krishna and his team edited the film to make it more engaging. The updated version has already started playing in theatres from 27 July 2025. Some of the main changes include Some of the main changes are, first one is a scene after the interval where Pawan Kalyan and his group ride horses near a cliff has been shortened and made faster to keep the energy up. Then a scene known as the 'flag scene,' which showed a distorted image of Pawan Kalyan's face and received negative comments, has been completely removed and an action scene where Pawan Kalyan shoots arrows has been slightly changed for better effect. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn About Medicare-Covered Meals Delivered to Your Door TheDaddest Undo by Taboola by Taboola The climax has seen the biggest edits. Many dramatic face-off moments and long cyclone sequences were cut. Now the movie ends more sharply with Bobby Deol's line, 'Aandhi Vachesindhi.' Overall, around 10 to 15 minutes of the original film have been removed. Those who watched the new version during late-night shows felt that the changes made the movie flow better. These coming days will be crucial for the film's performance. Even though it stars a top actor like Pawan Kalyan, ticket bookings are still low. Whether the revised version can attract more viewers will be seen in the coming days.
