The Man of Masses NTR Jr. is universally acknowledged as one of the biggest mass heroes in Indian cinema, and his latest film Devara: Part 1 has once again proven the massive fanbase he commands. With sky-high expectations surrounding this highly anticipated 2024 release, the much-awaited pre-release event was unfortunately canceled due to security concerns and overwhelming crowd numbers. Originally planned as an indoor event to manage the frenzy, the sheer passion and excitement of NTR Jr.’s fans made it nearly impossible to control the situation. The pre-release event was scheduled very close to Ganesh Nimarjanam, and large-scale events like this typically require at least a week of preparation. Additionally, the heavy rains over the past few days in Hyderabad created many challenges. Even though it didn’t rain yesterday, the conditions wouldn’t have been favorable for an outdoor event.
This isn’t the first time NTR Jr. has experienced such crowd madness. In 2004, during the audio launch of his blockbuster film Andhrawala in Kurnool, over 9 to 10 lakh people attended, arriving in trains, buses, and lorries. Special trains were arranged for fans, making it a historic event that is still a hot topic in cinema discussions. This took place after the release of his hit film Simhadri, further cementing his status as a mass icon.
More recently, NTR Jr.’s stardom shone bright when he was invited as the chief guest for a large-scale event in Hyderabad for Brahmastra. Though it wasn’t his film, the love his fans showed was remarkable, and the event became the talk of the town due to the overwhelming turnout. Similarly, during the RRR promotions in Mumbai, despite it being a multi-starrer event and the presence of stars like Salman Khan, NTR Jr.’s fans turned up in the largest numbers, chanting his name and slogans for him. This led the “Man of Masses” to calm them down to ensure the smooth continuation of the event.
Now, with Devara: Part 1 poised to release on September 27th, the excitement is at an all-time high. The pre-release event, which was supposed to take place yesterday, witnessed fans storming the venue from various places across the country. Despite efforts by the police and security forces, the uncontrollable crowd, coupled with the level of excitement, led to the unfortunate cancellation of the event for safety reasons. The fans’ love and frenzy for their hero was beyond control, leaving everyone speechless at the sheer magnitude of his stardom.
Devara: Part 1 marks NTR Jr.’s first solo release in six years, and expectations are astronomical. Directed by the supremely talented Koratala Siva and featuring music by the sensation Anirudh Ravichander, the film has already generated massive buzz. Anirudh’s music for the film has gone viral, and his recent tweet about the project has only added to the hype. His backing of the film has led to heightened anticipation, with many believing Devara: Part 1 is poised for a record-breaking box office run.
All eyes are now on Devara: Part 1, with fans, critics, and the industry awaiting another box office phenomenon from NTR Jr., the man who continues to reign supreme as a true mass superstar.
With the monumental fanbase NTR Jr. commands, Devara: Part 1 is expected to deliver nothing short of a box office tsunami.