Junior, directed by Radha Krishna Reddy and starring debutant Kireeti Reddy alongside Sreeleela and Genelia D’Souza, completed its opening weekend with a steady upward trajectory. After ₹1.5 Cr on Day 1 and ₹1.8 Cr on Day 2, the film recorded a strong Sunday performance of approximately ₹2.10 Cr net in India, bringing the three-day total to around ₹5.40 Cr across all languages
A separate trade report suggests it may have crossed ₹6 Cr net by the close of the weekend—a sign of growing audience interest, especially in Telugu-speaking regions. Variations in estimates are typical at this stage, but all sources point to a clear second-day rise and an even stronger third day, driven by weekend footfalls and building word of mouth.
Occupancy data underscores this performance: Telugu 2D screenings on Sunday showed an average 30.06% occupancy, with evening slots hitting an impressive 39.65%, while Kannada versions averaged 28.83% occupancy. The evening surge in both languages demonstrates that the story and performances are drawing audiences during peak showtimes.
When broken down by region, city-specific figures continued this trend. Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Vizag, and Guntur all showed solid fills, with Guntur reaching as high as 55% occupancy on Sunday evening
Overall, Junior has transitioned from a modest debut to a respectable weekend performer. With a three-day total in the ₹5.4–6 Cr net range, the film appears on a positive trajectory. The indicators now hinge on weekday hold and the durability of audience interest. If trained for weekday stamina and supported by positive reviews and chatter around Kireeti’s debut, Junior may well extend its weekend momentum into the rest of its opening week.
