Day 1 (September 5, 2025)
- The film opened with a solid ₹1.4 crore net (Telugu worldwide), as per OTTplay. It broke even on its very first day, which was a big positive sign.
- FilmiBeat reports a slightly lower figure of ₹1.32 crore on Day 1 (worldwide) but indicates consistency in net collections at ₹1.35 crore, with gross figures at ₹1.60 crore.
Day 2
- OTTplay reports that thanks to excellent word-of-mouth, Day 2 saw collections double to ₹3 crore net, a remarkable leap from the previous day.
- Filmibeat corroborates this strong momentum, citing a Day 2 collection of ₹3.09 crore and a cumulative total of ₹4.41 crore by then.
- GreatAndhra provides gross figures, stating Day 1 gross at ₹1.7 crore and Day 2 gross jumping to ₹3 crore, underlining a substantial increase.
Overall Weekend Snapshot
- Total reported collections by Day 2 sit between ₹4.4 crore to ₹4.5 crore (Filmibeat’s total ₹4.41 cr and OTTplay’s implied cumulative total).
- Gulte adds that the film has “minted close to ₹4.25 crores at the box office,” suggesting a healthy total for a low-budget film and further reflecting its success.
Highlights & Context
- Budget & ROI: Produced on a modest budget of ₹2 crore, the film’s Day 1 and Day 2 earnings meant it broke even early and started generating profits rapidly.
- Youth Appeal & Word-of-Mouth: The rising buzz—spurred by relatable promos and enthusiastic youth reception—helped the film’s collections swell impressively.
- Competitive Edge: Little Hearts significantly outperformed Anushka Shetty’s Ghaati in box office returns, doubling its collections on Day 2 compared to Ghaati.
- Screen Expansion: Due to demand surges, more screens were added post-release to capitalize on its growing popularity.
Quick Snapshot Table
| Metric | Approximate Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 Net (Telugu WW) | ₹1.3 – ₹1.4 crore |
| Day 2 Net | ₹3.0 – ₹3.09 crore |
| Total by Day 2 | ₹4.4 – ₹4.5 crore |
| Production Budget | ₹2 crore |
| Break-even Achieved | On Day 1 |
