"Kuberaa," starring Dhanush, Nagarjuna, and Rashmika Mandanna, continues its box office run, with its next target being ₹85 crore. The film has shown a strong presence, although it experienced a slowdown during its second week.
Box Office Performance
"Kuberaa" has performed well, earning an estimated ₹83.52 Cr India net in its first 13 days. By day 12, the India net earnings surged to ₹82.70 crore, which is approximately ₹97.58 crores in gross collections. However, the film witnessed a significant fall on the second Monday, earning only ₹1.25 crore, followed by a further 20% decline on Tuesday. Despite this dip, "Kuberaa" has demonstrated resilience. On its tenth day, the movie made over ₹4.50 crore. The film collected ₹69 crore in its opening week, with a substantial portion coming from the Telugu states, which contributed ₹48.7 crore. As of July 3, 2025, the movie's fourteenth-day box office collection is around ₹0.13 Cr India net for all languages.
Worldwide Collections
The film has also performed well in the international market. Until Monday, "Kuberaa" had collected ₹125.5 crore worldwide, including ₹95.85 crore (India gross) and ₹29.65 crore from overseas. The film has already surpassed the $1.2 million mark in North America.
Critical Reception
"Kuberaa" has received generally positive reviews, with particular praise for Dhanush's performance and Sekhar Kammula's direction. Critics have noted Dhanush's restrained yet emotionally resonant performance, as well as his physical transformation in the film. Nagarjuna's portrayal of a morally complex character has also been commended. The film is a brooding, introspective take on wealth and morality. The cinematography by Niketh Bommireddy and the background music by Devi Sri Prasad have also been lauded. However, some critics have pointed out pacing issues, especially in the first half, and suggested that tighter editing could have benefited the film.
Factors Contributing to Success
Several factors have contributed to the film's box office success. Dhanush's performance has been described as one of his career-best. Sekhar Kammula's direction, known for its realism and emotional authenticity, has also played a crucial role. The movie's strong regional support, particularly in Telugu-speaking regions, has further boosted its performance. The unique storyline and the exploration of relevant themes such as wealth, morality, and survival have resonated with audiences.
Challenges and Competition
Despite its success, "Kuberaa" faces challenges, including competition from other films. In the Hindi-speaking belt, Aamir Khan's "Sitaare Zameen Par," which was released on the same day, has provided competition. The movie's earnings have also seen a dip since its first Monday, indicating a potential slowdown in the coming days.
Future Projections
Trade projections suggest that "Kuberaa" is on track to surpass ₹50 crore net domestically by the end of its opening weekend. If the current trends continue, the film could finish its India run with ₹75–80 crore net and reach a worldwide gross of over ₹120 crore. The film's next stop is ₹85 crore.
OTT Release
The digital rights for "Kuberaa" have been secured by Amazon Prime Video, with the OTT release expected in the third week of July, approximately a month after its theatrical debut.
