Darling 4K Re-Release Scores Big on Day 1: Rs 7.59 Crore

Here's something exciting for fans of Telugu cinema: the 4K re-release of the 2010 romantic comedy Darling has made quite the splash at the box office! Starring Prabhas and Kajal Aggarwal, this classic flick re-released on April 23, 2026, grossing a substantial ₹7.59 crore worldwide on its opening day. This achievement makes it the second-highest opening for a Telugu re-release, trailing only behind the epic Baahubali: The Beginning.

Advance Bookings and Audience Hype

The excitement for the re-release of Darling was palpable way before it hit the screens. Starting on April 17, 2026, advance bookings skyrocketed with around 39,500 tickets snatched up on the very first day of pre-sales. By April 22, the pre-sales had reached an impressive 154,000 tickets. Honestly, it's not shocking that it outpaced Prabhas's previous re-release, Salaar, which sold about 102,000 tickets. If you've ever seen Darling, you'd get why people wanted in on this.

In Hyderabad, the enthusiasm was especially high, with a 47% occupancy rate and more than 25,000 tickets sold within mere hours. What about overseas? Well, in North America, Darling made a cool $20,962 from 82 locations on its first day. It's clear that the love for this movie knows no borders!

A Look at the Competition

Sitting proudly as the second-highest opening day for a Telugu re-release, Darling has set the bar high. Here's how it stacks up against others:

• Baahubali: The Beginning – ₹19.65 crore
• Darling 4K – ₹7.59 crore
• Gabbar Singh 4K – ₹7.53 crore
• Khaleja 4K – ₹6.85 crore
• Murari 4K – ₹5.41 crore

Reflecting on a Classic

Why all this attention on Darling? Originally, it was released on April 23, 2010, directed by A. Karunakaran, and produced by B.V.S.N. Prasad under Sri Venkateswara Cine Chitra. The film's catchy music, composed by G.V. Prakash Kumar, only added to its charm. The 4K release wasn't just a chance to revisit a favorite; it coincided with the film's 16th anniversary. For me, it was like traveling back to simpler times.

Re-releases of classic films like Darling make a lot of sense. They not only tap into nostalgia for those of us who loved them back in the day but also invite new generations to experience cinematic gems in a much-improved format. If you haven't watched it yet, now's probably the best time!