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They Call Him OG North America Premiere Advance Booking: Pawan Kalyan's Comeback Storm Begins With Bang

Los Angeles, August 29 - After the dismal performance of Hari Hara Veera Mallu, the power star Pawan Kalyan is ready to bounce back with a bang. The Telugu superstar has begun showcasing his raw stardom with one of his most highly anticipated films in recent times, They Call Him OG, in advance bookings at the North American box office. Directed by Sujeeth, the gangster action thriller is still nearly 4 weeks away from hitting the big screens, but the pre-sales are already breathing fire as far as the North America premiere is concerned. The pre-sales of OG began on August 27 in NA, and in no time, it has crossed $500K already for the premiere, which is on September 24. During the first hour of pre-sales opening, OG saw record-breaking response, with four shows at Cinemark Dallas selling out in minutes. Seeing the response, 35 premiere shows have already been scheduled at one of the top-grossing Cinemark theatres in Dallas, by distributor Prathyangira Cinemas. The pre-sales exploded as more locations opened the booking, and as per Venky Box Office, it has crossed $500K from nearly 1125 shows over 300 locations and sold over 17,000 tickets. OG is the fastest Telugu title to achieve $500K pre-sales in North America. Prathyangira Cinemas has kept ticket prices as high as $25-$30, as fans fuel a potential blockbuster. Going by the initial trend, OG will be eyeing one of the biggest premiere days in North America for a Telugu film. Trade anticipates that the film might cross $2 million premiere gross, which will be the highest for a Pawan Kalyan-starrer. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The film revolves around a ruthless don named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai following his ten-year disappearance, to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. It is scheduled to hit the big screen on September 25 in multiple languages. Stay tuned...

Tollywood

6 days ago

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Pawan Kalyan’s OG Roars in North America as Advance Booking Kicks Off

Los Angeles, August 27 - superstar Pawan Kalyan's gangster action thriller They Call Him OG, has begun its rampage in the advance booking as it is generating explosive buzz in the US ahead of its September 25, 2025, release. Featuring Kalyan as a vengeful mob boss alongside Emraan Hashmi and Priyanka Arulmohan, the Telugu-language film has its premiere on September 24. Directed by Sujeeth, the OG pre-sales opened on August 27 for the North America premiere, by distributor Prathyangira Cinemas, and the initial response is explosive. It has seen record-breaking advance ticket sales, with four shows at Cinemark Dallas selling out in minutes. Seeing the response, 35 premiere shows have already been scheduled at one of the top-grossing Cinemark theatres in Dallas. Trade analyst reports that only a few pan-India movies were allocated this many shows in Cinemark. Distributors expanded to Canada, pricing tickets at $25-$30, as fans fuel a potential blockbuster rivalling hits like Kalki 2898 AD, highlighting Telugu cinema's growing global appeal. Going by the initial trend, OG will be eyeing one of the biggest premiere days in North America. Trade anticipates that the film might cross $2 million premiere gross, which will be the highest for a Pawan Kalyan-starrer. Currently, there are six Telugu movies (Baahubali 2, Salaar, Devara, Pushpa 2, RRR, Kalki 2898 AD) which grossed over $2 million on their premiere in NA, and OG will be hoping to join. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The film revolves around a ruthless don named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai following his ten-year disappearance, to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. Stay tuned...

Tollywood

8 days ago

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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG: Theatrical Business Sets Huge Breakeven Challenge

Hyderabad, August - Saaho director Sujeeth's maiden collaboration They Call Him OG with superstar Pawan Kalyan is creating a stir among the fans and trade alike, ahead of its September 25 release. No doubt is the most hyped movie of PK in recent times, and one of the most anticipated Telugu movies of the year. OG, which is a gangster action thriller film, has been in a hot demand in the trade for its theatrical deals. While the theatrical business is yet to be locked, the negotiations have already started. According to the Telugu media reports, the Telugu states' business of OG is expected to be locked at over 150 crores. It is said that Nizam's rights are quoted at over 60 crores, while Andhra's are 70 crores, and Ceeded is 25 crores. Including rest of India and overseas rights, the theatrical business of OG is expected to be over 175 crores share, which is higher than the highest-grossing film of Pawan Kalyan. If the makers manage to fetch the quoted price, then the film will require to gross minimum of 300 crores worldwide to achieve the really tough break-even target. The film is produced by DVV Entertainment, which backed SS Rajamouli's RRR. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The film revolves around a ruthless don named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai following his ten-year disappearance, to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. The movie is scheduled to release on September 25 in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil, languages. Stay tuned...

Tollywood

8 days ago

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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG: All You Need to Know About Runtime and Story Details

Hyderabad, August 25 - Powerstar Pawan Kalyan is hoping to conquer the box office with his upcoming gangster action thriller film The Call Him OG, directed by Saaho fame Sujeeth, after facing a major setback with the recently released period action drama Hari Hara Veera Mallu. Produced by DVV Entertainment, OG is undoubtedly the most hyped film of Pawan Kalyan in the last many years, and the makers are doing to good thing by keeping the buzz alive with regular updates. As the movie is nearing its release, its theatrical runtime and plot details have been revealed, which is exciting the fans. In one of the theatres in the US, where advance booking of OG will commence on August 29, the film has been listed with 2 hours and 35 minutes (155 minutes) of theatrical runtime. If this is the final runtime, it is perfect for an action thriller, which requires fast-paced narration to remain engaging. Apart from the theatrical runtime, OG's plot details were also reportedly revealed, which hints at the high-octane action, filled with vengeance. "After vanishing from Mumbai's underworld for a decade, mob boss Ojas Gambheera resurfaces—feared, unstoppable, and with a single goal: to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. As loyalties fracture and alliances shift, OG reignites a brutal criminal war, confronting both external threats and haunting buried betrayals", the viral plot reveals. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The music is composed by Thaman S, while cinematography is handled by Ravi K. Chandran and Manoj Paramahamsa, and editing is by Naveen Nooli. The film is scheduled to release on September 25 in multiple languages. Stay tuned...

Bollywood

13 days ago

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IMDb's Top 10 Most Anticipated Indian Movies of 2025: Baaghi 4 Leads Ahead of OG, Param Sundari, Jolly LLB 3 (As of August 20)

Mumbai, August 20 - Producer Sajid Nadiadwala's action thriller Baaghi 4, scheduled to release on September 5, is the most-anticipated Indian movie of 2025, according to IMDb's real-time popularity, as of August 20. The film has taken the top spot with a commanding 24.5% share of audience interest. ## The Tiger Shroff actioner, part of the popular Baaghi franchise, has been drawing audience interest, ever since the teaser was released recently. The film’s dominance on the anticipation charts highlights the continued appeal of mass action cinema in India. ## Close behind Baaghi 4 is Pawan Kalyan’s They Call Him OG, securing the second spot with 13.8%. The Telugu biggie, helmed by Sujeeth, has been generating enormous hype, particularly due to Pawan Kalyan's return in a stylish gangster avatar. Scheduled to release on September 25, the movie promises to be a big-screen action spectacle. ## At number three is Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor's romantic comedy Param Sundari (12.4%). The movie is slated to release on August 29. Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi's Jolly LLB 3 (9.9%), scheduled for September 19 release, finds itself in fourth position currently, proving that courtroom drama-comedies still hold wide audience appeal even in a crowded lineup of mega-budget entertainers. ## The fifth to tenth positions show a diverse mix of genres and industries, signalling how anticipation in Indian cinema is no longer confined to just one region or style. Anime-inspired Mirai (9.5%) has carved its way into the fifth slot, while Lokah Chapter One: Chandra (8.7%) and The Bengal Files (6.9%) further add to the range with fantasy storytelling and politically charged drama, respectively.## Raghu Dakat (5.3%) and Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 (5.2%) showcase how period dramas and franchise-driven sequels continue to attract attention, with Kaantha (3.9%) rounding off the top ten. The rating of the top 10 movies is based on IMDb's page views, which keep changing. ## Stay tuned...

Tollywood

52 days ago

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Pawan Kalyan's Action Thriller 'OG' Creates Pre-Release Buzz With Record-Breaking Theatrical Deal in Sight

Hyderabad, July 12 - Telugu superstar Pawan Kalyan is set to dominate the latter half of 2025 with two major releases - Hari Hara Veera Mallu and OG. While HHVM, after multiple delays, is finally slated to hit the big screens on July 24, it is director Sujeeth's action thriller, OG, that is generating unprecedented buzz among fans and trade circles alike. ## Even before the release of HHVM and in the absence of an official teaser or trailer for OG, the film's theatrical business is already a hot topic in the industry. According to a report by Track Tollywood, multiple distributors are in discussions with DVV Entertainment to finalise the theatrical rights for the Telugu states. The makers are reportedly quoting over ₹150 crore, a record-breaking figure for any Pawan Kalyan film to date. ## Should the deal be finalised at the quoted price, OG will become only the fifth film — after RRR, Salaar, Kalki 2898 AD, and Pushpa 2 — to cross the ₹150 crore mark in theatrical business for the Telugu states (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana). This not only marks a massive milestone in Pawan Kalyan's career but also highlights the soaring expectations surrounding the film. ## OG features Pawan Kalyan in the powerful titular role of Ojas Gambheera, a feared gangster who resurfaces in Mumbai after a decade-long disappearance to confront and eliminate a rival crime boss, Omi Bhau, played by Emraan Hashmi. The film also stars Priyanka Mohan and Arjun Das in key roles. ## Directed by Sujeeth and produced by DVV Danayya under the DVV Entertainment banner, OG is scheduled for a worldwide release on September 25 this year in multiple languages. With its high-octane premise, star-studded cast, and record-setting buzz, OG is one of the biggest cinematic events of 2025. ## Stay tuned...

Tollywood

100 days ago

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Pawan Kalyan's 'OG' Release Date Announced

Hyderabad, May 25 - Telugu superstar Pawan Kalyan has resumed shooting for his upcoming movies. One of his most anticipated films is the action thriller OG, which Saaho fame Sujeeth is directing, and the fans are eagerly waiting for its release date. ## With the shoot resuming recently, the production, DVV Entertainment, has announced the release date. Taking to social media, the studio confirmed that OG will hit the worldwide cinemas on September 25, 2025, in multiple languages. Currently, there is Balakrishna's Akhanda 2 is scheduled on the same day while a couple of other movies are also targetting the same release. ## OG will be Pawan Kalyan's next after Hari Hara Veera Mallu, which releases on June 12. OG has been particularly carrying sky-high expectations since day one. Earlier, the makers unveiled the first look glimpse, which got a thunderous response from the audience. ## The film reportedly revolves around a ruthless don named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai following his ten-year disappearance, to kill another crime boss, Omi Bhau, played by Emraan Hashmi. It also stars Priyanka Arulmohan as the female lead alongside Arjun Das, Sriya Reddy, and Prakash Raj, among others in key roles. ## FIRING WORLDWIDE in cinemas on25th September 2025… 💥💥💥💥 #OGonSept25#TheyCallHimOG #OG pic.twitter.com/DQAOFOrQxx— DVV Entertainment (@DVVMovies) May 25, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

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452 days ago

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Pawan Kalyan's 'OG' Packs Huge OTT Deal; Release Date Postponed

Hyderabad, June 7 - Telugu superstar Pawan Kalyan's gangster action thriller OG is one of the most anticipated films. It is directed by Sujeeth whose last directorial was Prabhas-fronted Pan India flick Saaho back in 2019. ## OG has been scheduled to be released in September this year, however, the latest reliable reports have confirmed that it will be postponed to 2025 as the shoot is still pending due to Pawan Kalyan's political commitments. ## Meanwhile, the makers have reportedly locked the post-theatrical streaming deal for OG. According to Gulte.com, Netflix has acquired the streaming rights of the movie for a whopping 92 crores, making it one of the biggest OTT deals for a Telugu title. ## Produced by DVV Entertainment, OG revolves around a ruthless don named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai following his ten year disappearing to finish off Omi Bhau, a crime boss.## Pawan Kalyan plays the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi (Telugu debut), Priyanka Mohan, Arjun Das, Prakash Raj, Subhalekha Sudhakar, and Sriya Reddy, among others. The musical score and soundtrack are composed by Thaman S, while the cinematography is handled by Ravi K. Chandran.## Stay tuned...

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574 days ago

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DVV Entertainment Officially Confirms Release Date of Superstar Pawan Kalyan's 'OG'

Hyderabad, February 6 - Telugu superstar Pawan Kalyan's action drama film OG directed by Saaho fame Sujeeth has confirmed its official arrival date on the big screens. The movie is produced by D. V. V. Danayya of DVV Entertainment. ## Over the last couple of weeks, the news in Telugu making rounds about the film's release date and now, DVV Entertainment has announced with a new poster that the much-awaited actioner will be hitting worldwide theatres on September 27, 2024, in multiple languages. ## The shoot of OG is currently on pause but will resume soon to get the film completed much before the release date. Pawan Kalyan plays the title role as "OG" Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi (Telugu debut), Priyanka Arul Mohan, and Arjun Das, among others in key roles. ## The film reportedly revolves around a ruthless gangster named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai after disappearing for 10 years on a personal crusade to finish crime bosses. It will be Pawan Kalyan's first release since Bro in July 2023. ## The #OG will arrive on 27th September 2024. #TheyCallHimOG #OGonSept27th pic.twitter.com/4PZTUZe2db— DVV Entertainment (@DVVMovies) February 6, 2024 ## Stay tuned...

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581 days ago

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Overseas Rights of Upcoming Telugu Biggies, 'Devara', 'Game Changer', 'Vishwambhara' and 'OG' Locked

Hyderabad, January 30 - Telugu cinema will be on a roll in the next couple of years with back-to-back Pan India biggies lined up for the release. In 2023, some of the biggest Tollywood stars will be in action with films that are some of the most anticipated ones among the nationwide audiences. ## The trade is quite optimistic about the upcoming Pan-Indian films regarding their box-office prospects, however, projections are split as far as their overseas business is concerned. According to the latest reports in Tollywood media, the overseas rights of Devara, Game Changer, Vishwambhara, and OG are locked. ## Jr. NTR-led "Devara" is easily one of the biggest Telugu films that reunited him with director Koratala Siva. The film was scheduled to release on April 5 this year but has now reportedly been postponed to a new date. It is said that Hamsini Entertainment has acquired the overseas theatrical rights of the film for 27 crores. The movie is expected to be released in August this year. ## Jr. NTR's "RRR" co-star Ram Charan teamed up with director Shankar for a political action drama film titled "Game Changer". The movie has been in production since 2022 but the shoot got delayed due to Shankar's other commitments. The makers are now planning to release the film in September this year. ## According to reports, the overseas theatrical rights of "Game Changer" have been bagged by Phars Films for 23 crores. The overseas business of the movie got hit by the continuous delay but it is expected to fetch good business for the domestic market. ## Megastar Chiranjeevi teamed up with director Mallidi Vassishta for a socio-fantasy film titled "Vishwambhara". The makers recently released a concept first look teaser which instantly caught the attention of the fans. The movie is carrying a very good buzz among the audiences as well as the trade and as a result, it fetched a good overseas deal. As per reports, Sarigama Cinemas acquired the overseas rights of Vishwambhara for 18 crores which is very good business. It will be released on Sankranthi 2025. ## Action drama "OG", starring superstar Pawan Kalyan, is another big Telugu film in production. Directed by Sujeeth, the movie is shaping up to be the biggest film in Pawan Kalyan's career and there is genuine curiosity among the fans. Phars Films is said to have acquired the overseas rights of it for 18 crores. Produced by DVV Entertainment, OG is reportedly scheduled to release on September 26, 2024, in multiple languages. ## Stay tuned...

Tollywood

810 days ago

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Emraan Hashmi To Play Main Antagonist In Pawan Kalyan's 'OG'

Hyderabad, June 15 - Telugu superstar Pawan Kalyan's action drama OG is one of the most anticipated Telugu movies in the makers. Directed by "Saaho" fame Sujeeth, the shoot of the film is happening at a brisk pace in Hyderabad. ## The makers of the film have been providing some updates about the film and the cast list over the last couple of days, and the latest is regarding the main antagonist. Bollywood actor and supremely talented Emraan Hashmi has been locked in to play the antagonist role in the movie. ## The announcement regarding Emraan's casting was made with the first look poster today by production house, DVV Entertainment which is bankrolling this big-budget film. ## When we have the #OG, we should also have a badass who is powerful and striking… 🔥🔥🤙🏻Presenting you all, the nemesis @EmraanHashmi! #FireStormIsComing 🔥#TheyCallHimOG 💥 pic.twitter.com/CmBBTFvSdR— DVV Entertainment (@DVVMovies) June 15, 2023 ## Pawan Kalyan is playing the lead role in the movie which also stars Priyanka Arul Mohan as the female lead. Recently, the makers also announced Arjun Das and Shriya Reddy on board the film. It also has Prakash Raj in a key role. More details will be unveiled soon. ## Stay tuned...

Tollywood

825 days ago

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Power Star Pawan Kalyan's 'OG' Release Date Revealed?

Hyderabad, May 31 - Telugu superstar Pawan Kalyan teamed up with "Saaho" director Sujeeth for an action drama film. The shoot of the movie is going on at a brisk pace as the actor is prioritizing this highly-anticipated film. ## The film, tentatively titled OG, has been in the news ever since it was announced and leaked pictures and glimpses have helped its buzz to increase. ## There are a lot of talks around the film's release date in the Tollywood film circle. While the makers haven't made the official announcement, Tollywood reports have claimed that the movie will be released during the Christmas weekend this year. ## The shoot of "OG" is expected to be wrapped by September or October this year. The movie is produced by DVV Entertainment which also produced SS Rajamouli's epic blockbuster "RRR" last year. Priyanka Arul Mohan is on board to play the female lead role in "OG". ## Pawan Kalyan, meanwhile, will next be seen in "Bro" which is scheduled to release on July 28, 2023. Directed by Samuthirakani, the movie also stars Sai Dharam Tej who recently delivered the biggest hit of his career in the form of "Virupaksha". PSPK also has "Hari Hara Veera Mallu" and "Ustaad Bhagat Singh" in production. ## Stay tuned...