Movies released during the Sankranti month of January have been unexpectedly successful. However, as February arrives, the scenario takes a complete turn. The reason behind this shift is the prevalence of exams, with students immersed in their preparations. During this period, the attendance at movie theaters dwindles, leading to a lack of occupancy. February is commonly referred to as an off-season for movies due to these factors.
Two weeks into February this year, the film ‘Ambajipeta Marriage Bandu’ received blockbuster reviews but achieved moderate success, falling short of blockbuster-level collections. ‘Eagle’ had a decent start until the weekend, but Monday witnessed a significant drop in collections. This week brings the release of ‘Town Name Bhairavakona.’ When questioned about the unconventional release in February, the film’s team argues that every February can produce a blockbuster. Let’s explore the validity of this claim.
1. In February 2023, the bilingual film ‘Saar,’ featuring Dhanush in Telugu and Tamil, achieved blockbuster status. Additionally, films such as ‘Writer Padmabhushan,’ starring Suhas, and ‘VinaroBhagyamu Vishnu Katha,’ featuring Kiran Abbavaram, experienced commendable success.
2. In February 2022, the film ‘DJ Tillu,’ starring Siddu Jonnalagadda, achieved blockbuster status. Additionally, ‘Bhimla Nayak’ performed at an average level during the same period.
3. During February 2021, the film ‘Uppena,’ featuring Vaishnav Tej and Kriti Shetty, emerged as a blockbuster. Additionally, ‘Zombie Reddy’ and ‘Nandi,’ released in the same month, enjoyed commendable success.
4. In February 2020, the film ‘Bheeshma,’ starring Nitin and Rashmika, achieved significant success. Additionally, Vishwak Sen’s ‘Hit’ (Hit: First Case), released in the same month, also garnered decent success.
5. No films released in February 2019 attained success, with only ‘Yatra,’ directed by Mahi V Raghav, securing an average outcome.
6. In February 2018, the film ‘Chloe,’ starring Naga Shaurya and Rashmika, emerged as a blockbuster. Additionally, Varun Tej’s ‘Tholiprema’ and Nani’s ‘A!’ achieved success during the same period.
7. In February 2017, Nani’s ‘Nenu Local’ proved to be a major blockbuster, and Rana’s ‘Ghazi’ also tasted success during the same period.
8.In February 2016, Adivi Sesh’s ‘Kshanam’ achieved super hit status, and Nani’s ‘Krishnagadi Veera Gadha’ along with Adi Pinishetti’s ‘Malupu’ also enjoyed commendable success.
9.In February 2015, NTR’s ‘Temper’ emerged as a super hit, and Sharwanand starrer ‘Malli Ayur It Rani Pogya’ also attained decent success.
10. Sunil’s film ‘BhimavaramBullodu,’ released in February 2014, achieved super hit status. However, none of the other films released during that month experienced success.
