Rao Bahadur, the Telugu psychological drama directed by Venkatesh Maha and starring Satyadev, hit theatres on July 3, 2026. The film explores the story of a man from a once prominent royal family grappling with his fading legacy, memory, identity, and an increasingly unstable state of mind.
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It blends elements of suspense, dark comedy, and emotional depth, and has been receiving praise for its unique storytelling and strong performances.
Rao Bahadur 2026 Overview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Rao Bahadur |
| Directed by | Venkatesh Maha |
| Written by | Venkatesh Maha |
| Produced by | Anurag Reddy, Sharath Chandra, Chinta Gopalakrishna Reddy, Eshwaran Vijayaraghavan |
| Actors | Satyadev |
| Actress | Deepa Thomas |
| Other Cast | Vikas Muppala, Bala Parasar, Anand Bharathi, Pranay Vaka, Kunal Kaushik and others |
| Cinematography | Kartik Parmar |
| Edited by | Venkatesh Maha |
| Music by | Smaran Sai |
| Production Companies | A+S Movies, Srichakraas Entertainments, Mahayana Motion Pictures, Better Invest Media Vision Fund |
| Distributed by | NA |
| Release Date | 3 July 2026 |
| Running Time | 2H 49M |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
| Film Industry | Tollywood |
| Genre | Psychological Drama, Suspense, Dark Comedy, Magical Realism |
| Censor Rating | UA16+ |
Rao Bahadur Total Box Office Collection
Rao Bahadur opened with a solid start of around ₹1.40 crore net on its first day, with the bulk of collections coming from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The film maintained a decent hold over the opening weekend before seeing the expected mid-week drop. It has entered its second weekend with steady audience interest.
As per the latest estimates, the India net collection stands at approximately ₹5.68 crore, while the India gross is close to ₹6.27 crore. Overseas earnings have contributed around ₹4.50 crore, pushing the worldwide gross to ₹10.77 crore. The film is performing better than many mid-budget Telugu releases and continues to hold screens in key markets. These figures are approximate and will be revised with fresh updates.
| Schedule | Amount |
|---|---|
| Opening Day | ₹1.40 Crore |
| First Week | ₹5.00 Crore |
| India Net | ₹5.68 Crore |
| India Gross | ₹6.27 Crore |
| Overseas | ₹4.50 Crore |
| Lifetime WW Collection | ₹10.77 Crore |
Rao Bahadur Day Wise Box Office Collection
| Day | Date | India Gross (crore) | Fluctuation (%+/-) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | July 3, 2026 | ₹1.61 | (Opening Day) |
| Day 2 | July 4, 2026 | ₹1.61 | 0% |
| Day 3 | July 5, 2026 | ₹1.43 | -11% |
| Day 4 | July 6, 2026 | ₹0.45 | -69% |
| Day 5 | July 7, 2026 | ₹0.40 | -11% |
| Day 6 | July 8, 2026 | ₹0.44 | +10% |
| Day 7 | July 9, 2026 | ₹0.33 | -25% |
| Day 8 | July 10, 2026 | ₹0.30 (est.) | -9% |
| Total India Net | – | ₹5.68 crore | – |
| Total India Gross | – | ₹6.27 crore | – |
| Total Worldwide Gross | – | ₹10.77 crore | – |
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Disclaimer:
- Box office figures in this article are independently estimated by Tenvow based on an internal tracking methodology that evaluates theatre occupancy trends, distributor feedback, and regional trade indicators.
- The data reflects industry estimates available at the time of publication and may vary slightly from officially reported or audited figures released later.
- These figures should be considered preliminary and indicative, not official confirmations.
- Tenvow does not guarantee absolute accuracy of the data and presents it solely for informational purposes.
- All financial figures are stated in Indian Rupees (INR) and represented in crores, unless specified otherwise.
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