Archive · 11 Sep 2026
Karthi’s Sardar 2 Records Lukewarm Opening in Telugu States
Sardar 2 is a new movie starring Karthi and Malavika Mohanan.
Karthi plays two roles in the film.
It opened with about Rs 1.6 crore in net collections in the Telugu states, according to a distributor.
This was described as a lukewarm start.
Karthi had spent time in Hyderabad promoting the movie.
However, the distributor said large crowds did not come.
The film was also criticized for moving slowly and telling its story in an exaggerated way.
The report says Karthi may need a stronger script and a successful movie to regain popularity in Telugu states.
Sardar 2 reportedly collected Rs 1.6 crore net on its first day in the Telugu states.
A distributor said Karthi’s promotional efforts in Hyderabad did not bring large audiences.
The film features Karthi in dual roles alongside Malavika Mohanan.
The action-adventure film was criticized for sluggish, over-the-top narration.
The report says Karthi needs another successful film to restore his momentum with Telugu audiences.
- Who
- Karthi and Malavika Mohanan star in Sardar 2; Karthi plays dual roles.
- What
- Sardar 2 had reportedly weak opening collections and received criticism for its narration.
- When
- On the film’s first day of release; no specific date is provided.
- Where
- The Telugu states, with promotion conducted in Hyderabad.
- Why
- The report attributes the lukewarm response to limited audience turnout and criticism of the film’s sluggish, over-the-top storytelling.
- Film
- Sardar 2
- Reported first-day collection
- Rs 1.6 crore net
- Market discussed
- Telugu states
- Lead actor
- Karthi, in dual roles
- Co-star
- Malavika Mohanan
- Promotion
- Karthi spent significant time in Hyderabad promoting the film
- Reception criticism
- The narration was described as sluggish and over the top