Uppu Kappurambu is a small-budget Telugu-language movie that was released recently in theatres. The film stars a new cast and was directed by a debut filmmaker. The story is based on a rural village setting and focuses on family emotions, traditions, and local conflicts. Even though the film didn’t have any big stars, it managed to get attention because of its simple and strong storytelling.
The reviews of the film were decent. Some people called it a good attempt with heart-touching scenes, while others felt it was a slow-paced movie. It opened to low numbers on Day 1 but picked up slightly over the weekend. Uppu Kappurambu performed better in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The film is now in its fifth day and still showing in a limited number of theatres.
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Box Office India net
Uppu Kappurambu earned around ₹2.65 crore India net in 5 days. The film started with only ₹30 lakh on its first day but slowly picked up in some local areas. Day 3 and Day 4 saw a small jump due to word of mouth. Most of the earnings came from Telugu states, especially from Tier 2 towns and rural regions.
The film is holding well in theatres with low ticket rates and morning shows. Even though the film had fewer screens, it managed to collect a decent amount compared to its budget.
Box Office India Grossed
The India gross collection of Uppu Kappurambu is ₹3.10 crore. This includes all ticket taxes and additional charges. The movie is doing better in local cinema halls than in big multiplexes. In places like Guntur, Ongole, and Rajahmundry, the film has some steady footfall.
The overall gross is low but promising for a film of this size. It is expected to continue its small but steady run for one more week.
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Worldwide Grossed
Uppu Kappurambu has collected around ₹3.50 crore worldwide in 5 days. The film had a very limited overseas release. It was shown in a few screens in the USA and UAE for Telugu audiences. There was no release in other international markets.
The overseas earnings were around ₹40 lakh. Even though it’s not a big number, for a regional movie with no stars, it is still a positive result. The film may get a digital release soon, which can help it earn more.
Day wise Box Office (worldwide and grossed, India net)
Day 1 – ₹0.30 crore India net
Day 2 – ₹0.50 crore India net
Day 3 – ₹0.75 crore India net
Day 4 – ₹0.60 crore India net
Day 5 – ₹0.50 crore India net
Total India Net – ₹2.65 crore
Total India Gross – ₹3.10 crore
Total Worldwide Gross – ₹3.50 crore
This box office trend shows slow and steady growth. The film is performing as expected for its scale and audience target.
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Hit Or flop
According to the box office and budget, Uppu Kappurambu is an Average performer. It is not a flop because the budget is very low and the collections are recovering some cost. But it is also not a hit yet. The film needs to stay in theatres for a few more days and make around ₹5 crore total to become a full success.
If digital and satellite rights are sold at good rates, then the producers can make a small profit. The film is being appreciated by some for its honest storytelling and realistic characters.
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Budget
The total budget of Uppu Kappurambu is around ₹10 crore. It is a low-cost film with no big stars or expensive sets. Most of the shooting was done in local villages. The film’s budget was spent on camera, crew, location, and basic promotion.
For a budget under ₹10 crore, recovering ₹5 crore from box office and digital rights would be enough for it to be called a profitable project. The makers are now hoping for a good deal from OTT platforms.
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