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Mirai’ Opens Worldwide as Early Buzz Hails VFX and Reviews Question Pacing

Strong North American pre-sales position the Telugu-led fantasy for a broad multi-language rollout.

Overview

  • The Teja Sajja–led action‑adventure released on September 12 in multiple languages, with Dharma presenting the Hindi version and regional distribution by partners including Hombale Films, AGS Cinemas and Gokulam Movies.
  • Pre‑sales in North America were reported around $190,000–$200,000 for premiere day, topping the advance of Sajja’s previous hit HanuMan, according to trade coverage.
  • Early audience reactions on X praise the visual effects and large‑scale action, while initial reviews cite an overstuffed script and pacing concerns, with a runtime reported near 165 minutes.
  • The story centers on a chosen warrior guarding nine sacred scriptures tied to an Ashoka‑era legend as a dark force seeks their power.
  • Reports indicate a likely JioHotstar streaming debut roughly four weeks after theatrical release, though no official OTT date has been announced.