While this summer has seen its proper share of action-pack thriller and dark drama, a film has quietly emerged as an unexpected crowd. This Telugu Flick is none other than #Single. Actor Shri Vishnu’s romantic comedy has now crossed the USD 500K at the USA box office, marking its first half-half million milestones abroad. For the actor, this is a great success, especially in a competitive foreign market.
#Single, written and directed by Caarthick Raju, is an attractive romantic comedy on banks on reliable humor and simple story. Mr. Vishnu plays the role of an ordinary bank employee, who navigates the love and chaos of relationships with Ketika Sharma and Ivana (Love Today fame). The film also stars comedian Venela Kishore as a friend of the lead actor, and her comic timing increases several sequences.
Is it notable that Allu Arvind and Bani Vas achieved a break-even status to #Single within just 3 days of release. At the Indian box office, the film has already grossed more than Rs 15 crore, which is effective for a light-hearted Rome-Com-Com before the release. Equally strong words from young audiences and families have helped the film to maintain their grip in theaters.
Interestingly, #Single has also managed to shine as a grandmother’s hit 3, a gritty, violent crime thriller, Telugu dominated the box office during his release. It seems that the adult comic and general Z-centered love sequences of #Single acted like a counter missile. With a craving for relief from heavy thriller materials with the audience, #single comedic tone hit the right place.
Mr. Vishnu, who is known for her grounded performance, is finally caused by her in a foreign circuit with this film. His natural comic timing, supported by a vibrant artists and the easy direction of Cathic Raju, has converted #Single into a summer winner.
