Arka MediaWorksSS Rajamouli’s historical action drama fantasy Baahubali: The Conclusion seems certain to smash all-time opening records for an Indian film at home and in the U.S. as the widest release ever. So the two key questions will be: Can the sequel beat the 2015 blockbuster Baahubali: The Beginning, which amassed 510 crore ($76.6 million) in India and $9 million in the U.S.? Telugu360.com’s Chicago-based editor Krishna expects the Thursday previews to generate $4 million and takings to reach $10 million by Sunday. The 250 crore ($37.5 million) production is already in profit as the producers have recouped 500 crore ($75 million) from the sale of theatrical and satellite rights. Singapore-based analyst Ayyappa Kumar forecasts a record opening weekend for an Indian release in its home market and the U.S. and possibly other markets, noting, “ There is an unprecedented craze for all versions .”

Source: Forbes April 24, 2017 23:48 UTC