Chennai Love Story Earns ₹35 Cr Pre-Release, Sets New Benchmarks
Kiran Abbavaram's Chennai Love Story secures ₹35 crore in rights before release, promising profits. The film, directed by Ravi Namburii, hits theatres July 24.
Dumtika Editorial
July 13, 2026 · 1 min read

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Kiran Abbavaram's much-awaited film, Chennai Love Story, has already created waves by earning a staggering ₹35 crore through its theatrical and non-theatrical rights ahead of its release. The actor, who recently scored hits with films like KA and K Ramp, has seen a surge in demand, leading to a hike in his remuneration and a busy schedule packed with new projects.
This romantic entertainer, helmed by director Ravi Namburii and produced by Baby producers, features Sri Gouri Priya as the female lead. The film has been making headlines not just for its business acumen but also for the popular tracks composed by Manisharma, which have resonated with youth audiences and boosted pre-release excitement.
According to sources, the makers have already recovered their entire investment, with all additional box office collections set to become profit. Social media buzz around the film's teaser has further heightened anticipation, especially among the younger crowd. With the cast actively promoting the film, the team is capitalizing on the growing interest.
Chennai Love Story is all set for a grand theatrical debut on July 24. Fans can look forward to seeing if the film’s box office performance matches its impressive pre-release numbers.


