Shiva Re-Release: Rs 2.5 Crore on Opening Day

The iconic Telugu film Shiva, starring Nagarjuna Akkineni and directed by Ram Gopal Varma, has made a stunning return to theaters with its 4K remastered re-release, grossing over Rs 2.5 crore worldwide on its opening day , November 14. Celebrating 50 years of Annapurna Studios, the action-packed classic, enhanced with Dolby Atmos sound, has captivated audiences globally with its gritty narrative and enhanced visuals. "The audience across continents is blown away by the breathtaking 4K revival of this timeless classic," Annapurna Studios wrote. https: twitter.com Annapurna Stdios status 1989627200581374054 Prior Nagarjuna described Shiva not as something "made," but as a "gift from the stars" and "a piece of stardust that chose us, shaped us, and changed Indian cinema forever." He noted that the film, even in 4K, feels "untouched by time" and is as relevant now as it was then. He expressed a sense of "cosmic poetry" as he returned to the moment that defined him, calling the re-release a "full circle" moment. RGV made a strong statement, saying: "I was born biologically by my parents, but my true birth as a filmmaker was given by Nagarjuna," crediting Nagarjuna's faith and support with launching his career. The film's star-studded re-release trailer featured bytes by some of the biggest names from Tollywood: SS Rajamouli, Mahesh Babu , Jr NTR, Allu Arjun and Prabhas talk about why they have immense respect for the movie.