53
Centers
11 September 1998
Tholi Prema — 50 Days Theatrical Run
Completing a 50-day theatrical run is a major box office milestone in Tollywood, and Tholi Prema achieved exactly that. The film ran in 53 centers on its 50th day, marking the milestone on 11 September 1998. This remarkable 50-day run was spread across Vizag, Anakapalli, Srikakulam, Hyderabad, Rajahmundry, Kakinada and several other major centers, reflecting the film's broad audience appeal across the Telugu states. Sustaining 53 centers at the 50-day mark is a clear indicator of exceptional word-of-mouth and repeat viewership.
About Tholi Prema
Tholi Prema — a Drama, Romance film — was released on 24 Jul 1998, directed by A. Karunakaran. The film features Pawan Kalyan, Keerthi Reddy, Vasuki Anand, Ali delivering standout performances that resonated deeply with Telugu audiences. Balu falls in love with Anu who has come to her grandfather's house from the US. He even saves her life during an accident, but he is still not able to express his love to her. View full movie details →
Verdict & Box Office Performance
TollyBO awarded Tholi Prema a blockbuster verdict with a rating of 3.5/5. The film grossed ₹180000.0 crore at the India net box office. Produced on a budget of ₹70000 crore, it delivered strong returns. Running in 53 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 Tholi Prema's exceptional theatrical journey. The film extended its run to complete 100 days in 17 centers (31 October 1998) — view the 100 days centers breakdown. View all centers milestones for Tholi Prema →