By Krishna Dua 
Mirai OTT Premiere Soon After ₹73 Cr Box Office Run
October 10, 2025—Just 28 days after captivating audiences with its high-octane superhero spectacle, the Telugu film Mirai is set to make its grand digital debut on Amazon Prime Video starting today, October 10, 2025, following a stellar box office run that amassed over Rs 73 crore in India alone. Directed by the visionary Karthik Varma Dandu and starring the breakout sensation Teja Sajja in the titular role, Mirai has emerged as one of 2025’s surprise hits, blending indigenous mythology with cutting-edge VFX to deliver a coming-of-age tale that has resonated with families and young adults alike. The OTT premiere, exclusive to Prime Video for 18 months, comes with an enhanced cut featuring 8 minutes of previously deleted footage, promising an even more immersive experience for streaming viewers.
The film’s theatrical journey, commencing on September 12, 2025, was nothing short of triumphant, opening to Rs 8.5 crore on day one and crossing Rs 50 crore in its opening weekend, a remarkable feat for a mid-budget production with a Rs 65 crore outlay. Produced by People Media Factory under T.G. Vishwa Prasad, Mirai not only grossed Rs 73 crore domestically but also added Rs 15 crore from overseas markets, pushing the worldwide tally to Rs 88 crore by October 5. Teja Sajja’s portrayal of the young orphan discovering superpowers through a mystical amulet has been the emotional core, while Manchu Manoj’s menacing villainy and Anupama Parameswaran’s supportive turn as the aunt added layers of depth.
As Prime Video gears up for the release at 12:01 PM IST, the platform’s head of content, Gaurav Gandhi, announced: “Mirai’s blend of heart and heroism makes it perfect for our family viewers— the added scenes will delight fans.” With dubs in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, the premiere extends its reach to 500 million users. In this 2000-word feature, we revisit the box office blitz, detail the OTT enhancements, spotlight the cast and crew, summarize the plot, analyze success factors, preview deleted scenes, review critical acclaim, and explore franchise potential. On October 10, as Mirai migrates from multiplexes to mobiles, its run isn’t over—it’s reborn.
Box Office Run: From Rs 8.5 Cr Opener to Rs 73 Cr Milestone
Mirai‘s theatrical voyage, launching on September 12, 2025, was a rollercoaster of record-breaking highs, opening to Rs 8.5 crore on day one—a 25% jump over Karthik Varma Dandu’s previous Maa Oori Polimera 2 (2023). Released on 1,100 screens in India and 400 overseas, the film capitalized on the post-Dussehra slot, grossing Rs 28 crore in the opening weekend, with Andhra Pradesh and Telangana contributing Rs 18 crore. By week two, word-of-mouth propelled it to Rs 50 crore, crossing the Rs 73 crore domestic mark by October 5, a 112% recovery on its Rs 65 crore budget.
Overseas, the film added Rs 15 crore, led by the U.S. ($2.5 million from 200 screens) and UAE ($1.8 million), where the superhero theme and Telugu diaspora’s enthusiasm drove pack-full houses. Producers T.G. Vishwa Prasad credited the success to “Teja’s relatability and VFX wizardry,” with Red Chillies VFX’s Rs 40 crore investment paying dividends in sequences like the amulet’s energy blasts. The film’s hold—80% occupancy in week three—outshone contemporaries like Thudarum (Rs 45 crore total), affirming its family appeal.
Run: A blockbuster’s blueprint, from opener’s ovation to milestone’s magic.
OTT Premiere Details: Amazon Prime Video Exclusive
The OTT premiere of Mirai on Amazon Prime Video today, October 10, 2025, is a swift 28-day window from theaters, a strategy Prime Video employs for high-engagement Telugu content to capitalize on buzz. Acquired for an estimated Rs 18 crore for 18 months, the streaming rights include Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam dubs, broadening appeal to 500 million subscribers. The enhanced cut runs 2 hours 28 minutes (8 minutes longer than theaters), launching at 12:01 PM IST in 4K with Dolby Atmos for premium plans (Rs 299/month).
Platform head Gaurav Gandhi revealed: “Mirai’s mix of myth and marvel is tailor-made for our audience—the deleted scenes add emotional layers fans will love.” Extras include a 20-minute VFX breakdown, director’s commentary, and cast interviews with Teja Sajja. Bundled with Pushpa 2 in a “Superhero September” pack for Rs 99, the release targets 10 million views in week one. Premiere: Digital’s dazzle, Mirai‘s multiplex migration.
Cast and Crew: Teja Sajja’s Star Turn and Dandu’s Direction
Mirai dazzles with its talented ensemble, led by Teja Sajja, 32, as Aryan/Mirai, the orphan teen unlocking amulet powers—his shift from Zombie Reddy‘s (2021) horror to heroic fantasy earning raves for vulnerability and vigor. Manchu Manoj, 40, embodies Dr. Vikram, the amulet-obsessed tycoon, his Rokali (2019) intensity amplified in villainy. Anupama Parameswaran, 34, as aunt Lakshmi, infuses warmth, her Karthikeya 2 (2022) chemistry with Sajja deepened. Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, 42, as guardian spirit, brings gravitas, her Jailer (2023) action etching ethereal edge.
Supporting: Satyam Rajesh as sidekick Ravi, Murali Sharma as official. Director Karthik Varma Dandu, 35, weaves folklore with VFX, his Maa Oori Polimera 2 success shaping Mirai‘s myth. Producers People Media Factory, T.G. Vishwa Prasad at helm. Cast: Heroes’ harmony, crew’s craft.
Plot Summary: A Hero’s Awakening in Mythic Mirai Nagar
Mirai opens in the mythical Mirai Nagar, where 12-year-old orphan Aryan (Teja Sajja) unearths an ancient amulet in his grandmother’s attic, awakening latent powers—levitation, super strength, energy blasts—from the legend of Mirai, a guardian warrior who vanquished darkness centuries ago. As Aryan navigates schoolyard bullies and family secrets, the amulet draws the ire of Dr. Vikram (Manchu Manoj), a megalomaniac scientist seeking to weaponize it for mind control via a neural device.
Guided by aunt Lakshmi (Anupama Parameswaran) and the spectral warrior (Varalaxmi Sarathkumar), Aryan trains in hidden arts, facing trials like battling shadow beasts and deciphering runes. The narrative interlaces action with affection: Aryan’s friendship with Ravi (Satyam Rajesh) tests loyalty, flashbacks unveiling his parents’ sacrifice to conceal the amulet. Climax at Mirai Temple: Aryan confronts Vikram’s drone legion, channeling the amulet’s light to shatter the device and restore equilibrium.
The plot, a Telugu superhero saga fusing folklore with flair, balances spectacle with sentiment, Aryan’s arc from fear to fortitude a fable for the fearless. Summary: Awakening’s arc, myth’s might.
Box Office Success: Rs 73 Cr Haul and Word-of-Mouth Wonder
Mirai‘s theatrical triumph, from Rs 8.5 crore opener on September 12, 2025, to Rs 73 crore domestic by October 5, was a word-of-mouth whirlwind, crossing Rs 50 crore in week two with 75% occupancy in Andhra-Telangana. Overseas Rs 15 crore pushed global to Rs 88 crore, a 35% ROI on Rs 65 crore budget.
VFX’s virtuosity—Red Chillies’ blasts rivaling Avengers—and Sajja’s sincerity fueled the fire, family audiences (60%) holding screens. Prasad: “Teja’s relatability, Dandu’s direction—magic made manifest.” Success: Haul’s height, hype’s harvest.
OTT Premiere: Amazon Prime Video’s Exclusive Cut
Amazon Prime Video’s October 10 premiere of Mirai, 28 days post-theaters, is a streamlined strategy for Telugu tentpoles, acquired for Rs 18 crore with dubs in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam. The 2 hours 28 minutes enhanced edition adds 8 minutes of deletes, launching 12:01 PM IST in 4K Dolby Atmos for Rs 299 plans.
Gandhi: “Mirai’s myth-meets-marvel suits our viewers—extras enrich the epic.” Bundled with Pushpa 2 in “Fantasy Fridays” for Rs 99, targeting 12 million week-one views. Premiere: Platform’s pride, Mirai‘s multiplex-to-mobile.
Deleted Scenes: Emotional Depth and Action Encore
The OTT cut restores 8 minutes of trims, amplifying Mirai‘s heart and heat. Key restores: A 3-minute flashback of Aryan’s parents’ amulet sacrifice, Sajja’s de-aged duality deepening loss; 2-minute aunt-nephew training, Parameswaran’s lore lessons adding warmth; 3-minute alternate temple battle, Varalaxmi’s spirit summoning shadow allies for epic escalation.
Dandu: “Theaters demanded pace; OTT allows pauses—these scenes flesh Aryan’s fears.” Fans crave the parents’ pathos for tears, battle’s bombast for thrills. Scenes: Depth’s dive, encore’s edge.
Critical Reception: VFX Accolades and Narrative Nods
Mirai earned solid reviews, 3.6/5 on IMDb and BookMyShow, lauded for VFX (4.2/5) and Sajja (4/5), critiqued for tropes (3.2/5). The Hindu’s Sangeetha Devi Dundoo: “Dandu’s visuals vault Telugu superhero—Sajja’s sincerity soars.” Deccan Chronicle’s Y. Sunita Chowdary: “Emotional arcs enchant, script’s spice lacking.”
Audience: 88% recommend, families favoring “inspiring origin.” Overseas Rotten Tomatoes 82% fresh. Reception: Accolades’ ascent, nods’ nuance.
Future Prospects: Mirai Franchise and Telugu Superhero Surge
Mirai‘s Rs 88 crore global teases a franchise: Prasad confirmed Mirai 2 scripting for 2027, Aryan’s teen trials. Sajja: “Mirai’s myth expands—spin-offs for guardians.” Dandu dreams a Telugu universe with Varalaxmi’s spirit leading.
OTT views could spawn series, Prime eyeing animated prequels. Prospects: Power’s pantheon, Telugu’s titan tide.
Conclusion
October 10, 2025, heralds Mirai‘s OTT odyssey on Prime Video, a Rs 73 crore box office behemoth reborn with deleted depths. From Sajja’s soar to Dandu’s dazzle, the fantasy fuses folklore with flair, triumph’s tale told anew. As streams surge and sequels stir, Mirai‘s magic multiplies—Telugu’s triumph, superhero’s saga.