26
Centers
17 May 1963
Lava Kusa — 50 Days Theatrical Run
Completing a 50-day theatrical run is a major box office milestone in Tollywood, and Lava Kusa achieved exactly that. The film ran in 26 centers on its 50th day, marking the milestone on 17 May 1963. This remarkable 50-day run was spread across Vijayanagaram, Visakapatnam, Bobbili, Anakapalli, Kakinada, Rajahmundry and several other major centers, reflecting the film's broad audience appeal across the Telugu states. Sustaining 26 centers at the 50-day mark is a clear indicator of exceptional word-of-mouth and repeat viewership.
About Lava Kusa
Lava Kusa — a Drama, Family, Musical film — was released on 29 Mar 1963, directed by Chittajallu Srinivasa Rao. The film features N.T. Rama Rao, Anjali Devi, Kanta Rao, Kaikala Satyanarayana delivering standout performances that resonated deeply with Telugu audiences. This movie deals with the later part of Ramayana written by Valmiki Maharshi and depicts the lives of the sons of Rama & Sita. View full movie details →
Verdict & Box Office Performance
TollyBO awarded Lava Kusa a industry hit verdict with a rating of 4.8/5. Running in 26 centers at the 50-day mark confirms that audience interest remained strong well beyond the opening week. Read the full TollyBO review →
Beyond 50 Days — Further Milestones
The 50-day mark was just one chapter in Lava Kusa's exceptional theatrical journey. The film extended its run to complete 100 days in 26 centers (6 July 1963) — view the 100 days centers breakdown. View all centers milestones for Lava Kusa →

