Archive · 12 Sep 2026
EPIC Earns Rs 5 Crores Despite Negative Audience Reviews
EPIC is a new romantic movie starring Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya.
It opened in cinemas with high expectations.
Some viewers did not like its screenplay or storyline.
Even with those reviews, the makers said it earned more than Rs 5 crores worldwide on its first day.
The story follows Anand as he moves to London to study for an MS. He wants to fulfill his father’s dream.
The movie also shows his love story and breakup with Vaishnavi Chaitanya’s character.
Aditya Haasan directed the film.
Naga Vamsi produced it under Sithara Entertainments.
Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya’s EPIC released amid high expectations.
The romantic drama reportedly received negative feedback for its screenplay and storyline.
The makers announced worldwide premieres and day-one gross earnings of more than Rs 5 crores.
The story follows Anand, who moves to London for an MS to fulfill his father’s dream.
EPIC was directed by Aditya Haasan and produced by Naga Vamsi under Sithara Entertainments.
- Who
- Anand Deverakonda, Vaishnavi Chaitanya, director Aditya Haasan, producer Naga Vamsi and Sithara Entertainments are associated with the film.
- What
- EPIC released and reportedly earned more than Rs 5 crores worldwide on its opening day despite negative audience feedback.
- When
- The makers’ day-one collection announcement was shared on September 12, 2026.
- Where
- The film released in theatres, and its story partly takes place in London.
- Why
- The makers shared the collection figure to promote EPIC and encourage audiences to book tickets.
Critical Audience View
Makers’ Promotional View
Film reception
Critical Audience View
The report says the movie disappointed some audience members because of its screenplay and storyline, resulting in negative feedback.
Makers’ Promotional View
The makers promoted EPIC as a beautiful slice-of-life film and described its opening as a beautiful beginning to an EPIC journey.
Opening performance
Critical Audience View
Negative reviews raised questions about the film’s execution and director Aditya Haasan’s work.
Makers’ Promotional View
Sithara Entertainments said the film earned more than Rs 5 crores worldwide from premieres and day one.
- Film
- EPIC
- Lead actors
- Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya
- Opening collection
- More than Rs 5 crores worldwide, according to the makers
- Director
- Aditya Haasan
- Producer
- Naga Vamsi
- Production banner
- Sithara Entertainments
- Story setting
- Anand moves to London for an MS and experiences a romantic relationship and breakup