After more than a decade in the industry, Akhil Akkineni has finally landed his first certified hit. The Telugu action drama Lenin has grossed Rs. 39.25 crore in just six days, marking a major career milestone for the actor.
How Lenin Is Performing
Lenin opened with Rs. 7.50 crore and rode a strong Rs. 27.50 crore opening weekend. Unlike many films that fade on weekdays, it stayed steady, adding Rs. 11.75 crore from Monday to Wednesday alone. That consistency across weekdays is what pushed the film into “Clean Hit” territory — and notably, this marks Akhil’s first hit film in his 11-year career.
| Day | Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Rs. 7.50 crore |
| Day 2 | Rs. 9.25 crore |
| Day 3 | Rs. 10.75 crore |
| Day 4 | Rs. 4.75 crore |
| Day 5 | Rs. 4.00 crore |
| Day 6 | Rs. 3.00 crore |
| Total (6 days) | Rs. 39.25 crore |
Where the Money Is Coming From
Lenin, co-starring Bhagyashree Borse, has performed best in its home Telugu markets, contributing nearly 87% of its total domestic gross. Nizam brought in Rs. 15.50 crore, Andhra added Rs. 15 crore, and Ceded contributed Rs. 4 crore — together totaling Rs. 34.50 crore from the Telugu states alone. Karnataka added Rs. 3.85 crore, while the rest of India chipped in Rs. 90 lakh.
| Area | Collection |
|---|---|
| AP/TS Total | Rs. 34.50 crore |
| Karnataka | Rs. 3.85 crore |
| Rest of India | Rs. 0.90 crore |
| India Total | Rs. 39.25 crore |
What’s Next
Based on current trends, Lenin is expected to cross the Rs. 50 crore mark by its second weekend. The film’s continued momentum will depend on how well it holds through the coming days, especially as new releases enter theaters. This kind of steady, home-market-driven run is a familiar pattern for Telugu cinema, where regional loyalty often plays a decisive role in a film’s box office trajectory.
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The Takeaway
With Rs. 39.25 crore in six days and strong weekday holds, Lenin isn’t just performing well — it’s finally giving Akhil Akkineni the breakout hit his career has been building toward.
