Pawan Kalyan’s upcoming film They Call Him OG is already making waves overseas, smashing box-office records in North America ahead of its major release in theatres. The film’s pre-release buzz is fuelled by a huge fan following and an aggressive marketing push, driving ticket sales to unprecedented levels. With the premiere still three weeks away, excitement is reaching fever pitch as fans eagerly await the stylish gangster action drama.
OG breaks record before release
They Call Him OG is set to premiere in the USA on September 24, 2025. The makers have shared that Pawan Kalyan starrer has become the fastest Telugu film to cross the $1 million mark in pre-sales in North America. According to Sacnilk.com, this milestone is a strong indicator of the film’s massive appeal outside India. So far, the film has sold over 32,000 tickets across multiple locations, ensuring packed theatres for its premiere shows.
The movie’s North American release is managed by Prathyangira Cinemas, which reports strong demand across various cities. The report further stated that ticket sales began with a $780,000 collection from over 400 locations in the U.S. and quickly jumped to $845,000, with plenty of time left before the premiere. Industry experts predict that the film will easily cross $2 million in pre-sale revenue.
More about OG
One special moment for fans was an online auction held on Pawan Kalyan’s 54th birthday, where the first ticket for OG in Nizam was sold for Rs 5 lakh. The proceeds from this auction were donated to Kalyan’s Jana Sena Party, showing how his fans continue to support both his film and political careers.
Directed by Sujeeth, known for Saaho, OG stars Emraan Hashmi in his Telugu debut as the antagonist. The film also features Priyanka Mohan, Arjun Das, and Prakash Raj in important roles, adding to its star power.
Apart from his film work, Pawan Kalyan serves as the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. His party, the Jana Sena Party, recently won the 2024 Andhra Pradesh state elections in alliance with the TDP and BJP.
With such strong early momentum, They Call Him OG is shaping up to be one of the biggest Indian film premieres in North America this year. Stay tuned for more updates!
OG breaks record before release
They Call Him OG is set to premiere in the USA on September 24, 2025. The makers have shared that Pawan Kalyan starrer has become the fastest Telugu film to cross the $1 million mark in pre-sales in North America. According to Sacnilk.com, this milestone is a strong indicator of the film’s massive appeal outside India. So far, the film has sold over 32,000 tickets across multiple locations, ensuring packed theatres for its premiere shows.
Records are born in his name 💥💥💥#OG #TheyCallHimOG pic.twitter.com/rZ7bIxTJFv
— DVV Entertainment (@DVVMovies) September 3, 2025
The movie’s North American release is managed by Prathyangira Cinemas, which reports strong demand across various cities. The report further stated that ticket sales began with a $780,000 collection from over 400 locations in the U.S. and quickly jumped to $845,000, with plenty of time left before the premiere. Industry experts predict that the film will easily cross $2 million in pre-sale revenue.
More about OG
One special moment for fans was an online auction held on Pawan Kalyan’s 54th birthday, where the first ticket for OG in Nizam was sold for Rs 5 lakh. The proceeds from this auction were donated to Kalyan’s Jana Sena Party, showing how his fans continue to support both his film and political careers.
Directed by Sujeeth, known for Saaho, OG stars Emraan Hashmi in his Telugu debut as the antagonist. The film also features Priyanka Mohan, Arjun Das, and Prakash Raj in important roles, adding to its star power.
Apart from his film work, Pawan Kalyan serves as the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. His party, the Jana Sena Party, recently won the 2024 Andhra Pradesh state elections in alliance with the TDP and BJP.
With such strong early momentum, They Call Him OG is shaping up to be one of the biggest Indian film premieres in North America this year. Stay tuned for more updates!
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