Man Of Masses Jr. NTR's action drama Devara - Part 1 is set to conquer Japanese cinemas on March 28, 2025. Directed by Koratala Siva, Devara grossed over ₹500 crores worldwide since its September 27, 2024 release. Its Japanese release is handled by Twin, the same distributor behind Prabhas' Kalki 2898 AD.
Jr. NTR's popularity in Japan soared following SS Rajamouli's RRR, alongside Ram Charan. RRR became India's biggest grosser in Japan, collecting over ₹100 crores. Devara's success in Japan is eagerly anticipated.
Produced by Yuvasudha Arts and N.T.R. Arts, Devara features Jr. NTR in dual roles, alongside Saif Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Prakash Raj, Srikanth, and Shine Tom Chacko. The film revolves around Devara, a coastal village chieftain, and his feud with Bhaira over Red Sea arms smuggling.
As Telugu films gain traction in Japan, Devara's release follows Prabhas' Kalki 2898 AD. Will Devara replicate RRR's Japanese success? Ticket sales begin January 3, 2025, building anticipation for NTR's Japanese fanbase.