OG Box Office Day 1: Pawan Kalyan’s Film Breaks Records with Massive Opening

Pawan Kalyan’s They Call Him OG stormed the Indian box office, opening to an extraordinary response on its first day. The film released globally on September 25, 2025, and earned a massive Rs 100 crore gross worldwide, including strong international earnings. Fans flocked to theatres, and special premiere shows on September 24 boosted the early momentum. Directed by Sujeeth, the movie showcases Pawan Kalyan in a stylish and powerful avatar, delivering one of his career’s most impactful performances.

Day 1 Box Office Collection in India

Sacnilk.com’s early box office tracking shows that They Call Him OG earned Rs 90.25 crore nett in India on opening day. Paid premiere shows contributed Rs 20.25 crore nett, giving the film a strong head start. On the first official day, the movie earned Rs 70 crore nett, making it the biggest opener of 2025 in Indian cinema.

The film surpassed major releases this year, including Coolie (Rs 65 crore), Chhava (Rs 31 crore), and Saiyaara (Rs 21.5 crore). It also beat Pawan Kalyan’s previous film Hari Hara Veera Mallu, which earned Rs 16 crore on its first day.

International Response and Worldwide Earnings

OG performed exceptionally well in international markets. In North America alone, paid premieres earned $3 million (around Rs 26 crore), boosting the worldwide total. Combining domestic and international collections, the film crossed Rs 100 crore worldwide on Day 1. Industry experts predict that the total could reach Rs 150 crore globally once official numbers appear, potentially placing OG among the top 10 biggest openings in Indian cinema history.

About They Call Him OG

DVV Danayya and Kalyan Dasari produced the film under the DVV Entertainment banner. The film features a strong ensemble cast including Emraan Hashmi, Priyanka Arul Mohan, Prakash Raj, and Sriya Reddy. Pawan Kalyan plays Ojas Gambheera, confronting crime-lord Omi Bhau, played by Emraan Hashmi.

Cinematographers Ravi K Chandran ISC and Manoj Paramahamsa ISC captured the film’s stunning visuals, while Navin Nooli handled the editing. The movie delivers thrilling action, mystery, and stylish storytelling, offering a cinematic experience that fans eagerly awaited for nearly a year after multiple delays.

With a record-breaking Day 1, They Call Him OG will dominate the box office over the next few days, even as it competes with Dhanush’s Idli Kadai and Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1. Fans and critics praise Pawan Kalyan’s performance, making OG one of 2025’s most talked-about releases.

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