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Hombale Films’ ‘Salaar’ Fever Sweeps Raksha Bandhan as Khansaar Seal Rakhis Take Center Stage!

Cine Reporter

A defining element of Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire was the sacred seal created by Salaar, representing the ultimate symbol of protection. While introduced in the original blockbuster, the backstory of how this mark was forged will be revealed in Salaar: Part 2 – Shouryaanga Parvam. Striking a chord beyond the silver screen, this seal has now entered real life as Khansaar-themed Rakhis gain widespread popularity among fans this festive season!

Hombale Films’ Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, starring Prabhas and directed by Prashanth Neel, emerged as a massive cinematic phenomenon upon its release in 2023, setting new benchmarks at the box office and leaving a lasting impact on audiences. Set against the dystopian city-state of Khansaar, the film captivated viewers with its gripping narrative, larger-than-life action, and expansive world-building. Following the immense success and scale of the first instalment, Hombale Films has set the stage for an even bigger sequel, Salaar: Part 2 – Shouryaanga Parvam, which has already become one of the most anticipated films in Indian cinema.

However, the Salaar fever continues to set new examples, with Khansaar seal Rakhis joining the celebrations this Raksha Bandhan.

This Raksha Bandhan, the Salaar fever continues to take over, as Rakhis featuring the Khansaar seal have hit the market. Fans are dedicating these Rakhis to Deva, Prabhas’ character from the film, which speaks volumes about the deep bond audiences have formed with the film and its iconic character. It signifies that Deva is more than just a character, he has become an emotion for millions of fans.

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The pre-production work on Salaar: Part 2 – Shouryaanga Parvam has begun in full swing. Director Prashanth Neel and Hombale Films producer Vijay Kiragandur have reunited to kick-start work on the highly anticipated sequel. While Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire was mounted on a massive scale, audiences are now eagerly looking forward to the next instalment.

Moreover, made on a massive budget, Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire emerged as a massive commercial success. The film went on to become the highest-grossing Telugu film of 2023, the third-highest-grossing Telugu film of all time, the highest-grossing A-rated Telugu film of all time, and the nineteenth-highest-grossing Indian film of all time at the end of its theatrical run. The film also achieved massive success digitally, trending on streaming platforms for over a year and garnering huge viewership numbers. It reportedly trended for over 300 days as a blockbuster home-media title. It is the most watched films on OTT ever.

By Keerti Kadam