Balakrishna's Daaku Maharaaj had a stellar start in North America, with its Premieres and Day 1 grossing $1,059,030 from 237 locations, including approximately $735,000 from the premieres alone.
However, the film's momentum dropped significantly from Day 2, raising concerns about its ability to sustain at the box office.
Despite the initial hype, overall collections from 203 locations in the USA, have been minimal, reporting just $73,000.
The trend underscores a familiar pattern for Balakrishna's films—his core fan base flocks to theaters on the first day, but the broader Telugu audience remains less engaged.
Daaku Maharaaj’s heavy drop after Day 1 highlights the limited reach of Balakrishna’s mass appeal, which resonates strongly with a specific group but struggles to attract diverse demographics.
To cross the breakeven mark, the film needs a solid performance in its second week. However, with theaters showing reduced footfall, the road ahead looks challenging for Daaku Maharaaj.