Prabhas: The Superstar Who's Outshining Bollywood's Biggest Names with ₹5000 Crore Box Office Haul
Image Source: Internet
Prabhas' rise to superstardom has sparked a heated debate, with some questioning whether he truly deserves the title. However, a closer look at his box office performance reveals that he's not just a regional star, but a pan-India phenomenon. The term 'superstar' was first coined for Rajesh Khanna in the late 1960s, and since then, several actors have staked a claim to the title. However, Prabhas' recent success sets him apart from his contemporaries. His film Salaar, which released alongside Shah Rukh Khan's Dunki, not only earned a higher opening but also had a better lifetime run. Prabhas' phenomenal box office run began with Baahubali, which catapulted him to national stardom. Since then, his five films have earned over ₹2600 crore, with a total of ₹5000 crore in just 10 years. No other Indian actor, including the Khans and Rajinikanth, can match these numbers. What's even more impressive is that Prabhas has consistently delivered ₹100-crore worldwide day 1 openings for his previous five films. This feat is a testament to his stardom and mass appeal. Even after the Adipurush debacle, he managed to see Salaar earn ₹90 crore in India and over ₹150 crore worldwide on its opening day. Prabhas' upcoming film Raja Saab is a family entertainer that showcases his versatility as an actor. Although it's expected to open lower than his previous mass entertainers, it's still projected to earn ₹65 crore, which is higher than the career-best openings of several other big stars, including Shah Rukh Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, and Salman Khan. The advantage Prabhas has over his contemporaries is his pan-India appeal, which was built through Baahubali and sustained through Salaar and Kalki. While other South stars like Allu Arjun and Yash are gaining traction, Prabhas remains the only true pan-India star around. For now, he stands alone, but the question on everyone's mind is: can anyone challenge his stardom?
