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Adivi Sesh’s Dacoit Surges Past ₹50 Crore, Celebrates Realistic Filmmaking

Adivi Sesh’s Dacoit crosses ₹50 crore, earning industry praise for its realism and action. Sesh reflects on the risks taken and looks ahead to his next project, Goodachari 2.

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Dumtika Editorial

April 19, 2026 · 1 min read

Adivi Sesh’s Dacoit Surges Past ₹50 Crore, Celebrates Realistic Filmmaking

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Adivi Sesh’s Dacoit Surges Past ₹50 Crore, Celebrates Realistic Filmmaking

Adivi Sesh’s latest thriller, Dacoit, continues its triumphant run at the box office, surpassing the ₹50 crore gross milestone in its second weekend. The team gathered in Hyderabad for a "Thank You" meet, where Sesh reflected on the film’s journey and the creative choices that set it apart.

Coming off acclaimed projects like Major and prepping for Goodachari 2, Sesh has built a reputation for taking on intense, content-driven roles. At the event, he shared that Dacoit’s director made a deliberate decision to avoid green mat technology, opting instead for practical action sequences. "We took real risks for Dacoit," Sesh stated, emphasizing the commitment to authenticity and gritty storytelling. He further noted, "We worked hard to make the action sequences look realistic... We gave our all to deliver a great experience to the audience."

The actor also recounted a moving incident involving a lawyer who found inspiration from Major, underscoring the human impact of cinema beyond just box office numbers. Sesh expressed gratitude for the industry’s backing, highlighting his surprise and happiness when Ram Charan publicly praised the film. "I’m grateful for the support from the industry and media," he said, adding that today’s audiences value strong content above all else.

With Dacoit declared both a critical and commercial success, fans can look forward to seeing Sesh next in the much-anticipated Goodachari 2, with expectations running high for his upcoming ventures.