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In the Telugu film industry, Dulquer Salmaan is slowly becoming a formidable competitor to Vijay. With an impressive track record across multiple languages, Dulquer’s consistent pan-Indian appeal is positioning him as a severe threat to Vijay, who, despite his early success, has faced several recent setbacks that have slowed his career’s momentum.
Dulquer’s strategic career choices and cross-language appeal have proven invaluable. His recent release, Lucky Bhaskar, may not have hit top numbers in Telugu regions, but it has grossed over 90 crores globally, inching toward the coveted 100 crore mark. This cross-industry success increasingly sets Dulquer apart, as he consistently draws audiences across Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam markets. For producers, his broad reach provides a dependable box office outcome and reliable OTT performance.
Vijay Devarakonda, popularly known as the “Rowdy” hero, rose to prominence with Arjun Reddy and Geeta Govindam, building his status as a young icon. However, his initiatives after Arjun Reddy still need to meet expectations. Films like Dear Comrade, World Famous Lover, and his Bollywood debut Liger all received mixed or unfavorable reviews, affecting his box office performance. Despite receiving recognition for its social messaging, Dear Comrade struggled to connect with mainstream audiences due to its serious tone. World Famous Lover was chastised for repeating themes and failing to provide new appeal. The biggest disaster was Liger, which had huge hopes but drew scathing criticism for its storyline and execution, eventually collapsing at the box office.
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