Darling remains one of Prabhas’s most loved films, especially among his fans who continue to cherish it deeply. Made during his pre-Baahubali phase, the film showcased him in a refreshing romantic role. Directed by A. Karunakaran, Darling has always held a special place in Telugu cinema, and its recent re-release has brought that nostalgia back to the big screen.
The response has been phenomenal, with packed theatres and fans eager to relive Prabhas’ charming romantic side. Riding on this strong reception, the film collected Rs. 7.59 crore gross worldwide on day one, marking an impressive start. It remains to be seen how much further the film will go in the coming days.
Kajal Aggarwal plays the female lead, while Mukesh Rishi appears as the antagonist. The supporting cast includes Prabhu, Tulasi, Shraddha Das, Dharmavarapu Subrahmanyam, and Srinivasa Reddy. The film was produced by Sri Venkateswara Cine Chitra, with music composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, whose songs remain popular even today.

