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6 July 1999
Samarasimha Reddy — 175 Days: A Legendary Theatrical Run
A 175-day theatrical run is the ultimate measure of a film's enduring legacy in Telugu cinema — a distinction earned by only a handful of movies in Tollywood history. Samarasimha Reddy is one of those rare gems, running in 31 centers on its 175th day, reaching this extraordinary milestone on 6 July 1999. The 175-day theatrical presence was maintained across Vizag, Gajuwaka, Vijayanagaram, Kancharapalem, Srikakulam, Anakanapalli and other key centers, reflecting deep-rooted audience love for the film. Holding 31 centers at 175 days is a box office feat that defines the golden era of Tollywood.
175 Days Centers — City-wise Breakdown (6 July 1999)
175 Days
| S.No | City | Theater | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adoni | Dwaraka | 201 |
| 2 | Nandyala | National | 200 |
| 3 | Proddutur | Anwar | 183 |
| 4 | Kadapa | Viswam | 177 |
| 5 | Ananthapuram | Gayatri | 176 |
| 6 | Kurnool | Venkatesh | — |
| 7 | Yemmiganur | Someswara | 177 |
| 8 | Pulivendula | Sujatha | — |
| 9 | Machilipatnam | Urvasi | 178 |
| 10 | Gudiwada | Bhaskar | 177 |
| 11 | Vijayawada | Urvasi | 177 |
| 12 | Hyderabad | Sudarshan 70mm | 177 |
| 13 | Warangal | Sitarama | — |
| 14 | Vizag | Chitralaya | 177 |
| 15 | Vijayanagaram | Ranjani | 177 |
| 16 | Srikakulam | Kinnera | 177 |
| 17 | Cheepurupalli | Nataraj | 175 |
| 18 | Chittivalasa | Nataraj | — |
| 19 | Payakaraopeta | RK Chitra Mandir | — |
| 20 | Guntur | Krishna Mahal | 227 |
| 21 | Tenali | Gaiety | 183 |
| 22 | Ongole | Vijaya Durga | 177 |
| 23 | Macherla | Neelima | 176 |
| 24 | Cheerala | Mohan | 176 |
| 25 | Chilakaluripeta | Nagarjuna Kalamandir | 175 |
| 26 | Eluru | Sai Balaji | 179 |
| 27 | Tanuku | Sri Chitra | 175 |
| 28 | Kakinada | Chandraguptha | — |
| 29 | Rajahmundry | Nagadevi | 175 |
| 30 | Bangalore | Majestic | 175 |
| 31 | Nellore | Raghavendra Cine Complex (Kaveri+Kalyani) | 175 |
About Samarasimha Reddy
Samarasimha Reddy — a Action, Drama film — hit screens on 13 Jan 1999, helmed by the acclaimed director B. Gopal. Starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, Simran, Anjala Zaveri, Sanghavi the film delivered performances that resonated deeply with Telugu audiences. A man claims to be the long-lost brother of three sisters, returning to help improve their lives. His true identity, and the intention behind his scheme, is revealed in a Rayalaseema-set flashback. View full movie details →
Box Office Legacy
Samarasimha Reddy earned a industry hit verdict and a TollyBO rating of 4.0/5. Running in 31 centers on day 175 places Samarasimha Reddy in the elite league of all-time Tollywood blockbusters. Read the full TollyBO review →
The Journey to 175 Days
The 175-day milestone was the culmination of a sustained theatrical journey for Samarasimha Reddy. The film first crossed the 50-day milestone with 92 centers on 3 March 1999 — view the 50 days centers data. It then achieved the rare 100-day run in 72 centers on 22 April 1999 — explore the 100 days centers breakdown. Each milestone reflects consistent audience enthusiasm and the film's staying power in Indian cinema. View the complete centers overview →