Pan-India mythological action-adventure Nagabandham has registered an impressive first week at the worldwide box office, collecting over ₹35 crore gross. The film has witnessed a remarkable surge in audience response after the makers introduced a revised version that is approximately 15 minutes shorter, giving its theatrical run fresh momentum.
The tighter edit has struck a chord with audiences, leading to strong word of mouth across both the Telugu and Hindi markets. As a result, exhibitors have increased the number of shows in the film's second week to meet the growing demand.
The revised version has enhanced the film's pace and storytelling, helping it connect with a wider audience and strengthening its box office performance. Audiences have embraced Nagabandham for its blend of mythology, adventure and spectacular visuals, turning every screening into a celebration of the big-screen experience.
The film's growing popularity highlights how positive audience feedback and the right creative decisions can significantly boost a theatrical run. Debutant Virat Karrna continues to earn appreciation for his confident performance, while director Abhishek Nama has been widely praised for delivering a visually grand cinematic spectacle that resonates with audiences across regions.
Nagabandham also stars Rishabh Sawhney, Nabha Natesh, Ishwarya Menon, Jagapathi Babu and Mahesh Manjrekar in pivotal roles. Produced by Kishore Annapureddy under the banner of NIK Studios in association with Abhishek Pictures, the film is presented by Lakshmi Ira and Devansh Nama. The music is composed by Junaid Kumar and Abhe.
With a worldwide gross of over ₹35 crore in its first week and an encouraging response carrying into its second week, Nagabandham stands as a positive example of how a well-timed edit, backed by strong audience acceptance and word of mouth, can give a film renewed theatrical momentum.