Kiran Abbavaram’s Chennai Love Story Registers Career-Best Opening
Kiran Abbavaram’s Chennai Love Story delivers his best-ever box office opening, with emotional scenes and performances earning praise despite mixed reviews.
Dumtika Editorial
July 25, 2026 · 1 min read

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Chennai Love Story marks Kiran Abbavaram’s biggest opening yet
Emotional scenes and performances by Kiran and Gouri Priya praised
Manisharma’s background score stands out as a film highlight
Despite mixed reviews, the film posts strong box office numbers
Kiran Abbavaram’s Chennai Love Story Registers Career-Best Opening
Kiran Abbavaram’s latest film, Chennai Love Story, has made a remarkable entry at the box office, delivering the actor his biggest opening to date. The film, which released recently, has outperformed all of Kiran’s previous projects in terms of day one collections, marking a significant milestone in his career.
The strong start is notable given the mixed word of mouth surrounding the film. Despite divided opinions, Chennai Love Story saw impressive turnout across theatres, with Thursday premiere shows contributing notably to its earnings. The film’s performance is further buoyed by Kiran Abbavaram’s recent streak of hits and the lingering impact of director Sai Razesh’s earlier work, Baby, which reportedly helped draw audiences.
Audiences and critics alike have highlighted the emotional sequences in the film, with particular praise for the performances of Kiran Abbavaram and Gouri Priya. The background score by Manisharma has also been singled out as a major asset, adding depth to the film’s narrative. According to reports, these elements have resonated with viewers even as overall feedback remains mixed.
With such a strong opening, Chennai Love Story is expected to continue its momentum over the weekend, especially in the Telugu states. The film’s early box office success underscores Kiran Abbavaram’s growing popularity and the team’s ability to attract audiences despite critical divides.


