RRR sets new record in Japan by earning over ₹80 crore

SS Rajamouli's magnum opus movie RRR seems unstoppable; after creating history by winning an Oscar, the movie has now set another record. The movie had become the highest-grossing Indian film in Japan. RRR was released in Japan on October 21 last year, has entered its 20th week of uninterrupted theatrical run, grossing over ₹80 crore so far in the country. The film was released on 209 screens and 31 Imax screens across 44 cities and prefectures in Japan.

The official Twitter handle of RRR shared that the film has entered its 20th week of run in cinemas in Japan. The tweet read, “This tweet's engagement and compliments demonstrate how RRR is gradually penetrating into the roots of Japan with each passing day. Glad that the film is drawing exceptionally



high footfalls and is currently running in 202 cinemas in its 20th week! Love you Japan".

Earlier this week, RRR became the first Indian production to bag an Oscar in the Original Song category. At the 2023 Oscars ceremony, Naatu Naatu was performed live and the performance earned a standing ovation. Deepika Padukone introduced the performance as the audience cheered on every time she mentioned the song or film’s name.

Taking to Twitter, team RRR shared their reaction and wrote, "We're blessed that #RRRMovie is the first feature film to bring INDIA's first ever #Oscar in the Best Song Category with #NaatuNaatu! No words can describe this surreal moment. Dedicating this to all our amazing fans across the world. THANK YOU!! JAI HIND!"