Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG Faces Risk In Overseas Markets

Hyderabad, September 23 - Pawan Kalyan’s much-awaited action drama They Call Him OG is gearing up for a massive worldwide release, amid massive hype and strong pre-sales. Advance bookings in key territories like North America have been encouraging, with record-breaking ticket pre-sales.

However, despite the hype, the film faces some real challenges overseas, which could impact its overall box office numbers. One major concern is the timely delivery of content to cinemas across multiple territories. Reports indicate that digital prints have yet to be fully dispatched in some overseas markets, raising fears of premiere cancellations or delayed screenings.

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— York Cinemas (@yorkcinemas) September 22, 2025

Overseas distributors have already issued warnings to the makers regarding the continued delay in the product. Some of the theatre chains have confirmed the inability to screen the movie due to no content, while the North American distributor of the film, Prathyangira Cinemas, has shared that the Tamil version of OG will not be released there due to unavoidable content delays.

Since overseas openings rely heavily on early premiere shows, even small disruptions can dent collections in crucial markets like the USA and Canada. Adding to the complication, the film has been certified with an A rating in India for its heavy violence, which could restrict audiences in certain international territories or invite additional censor edits.

Due to unavoidable content delays, the Tamil version of #TheyCallHimOG will not be releasing in North America. However, the Telugu and Hindi versions will be screened across the region as planned. We sincerely regret the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding and…

— Prathyangira Cinemas (@PrathyangiraUS) September 23, 2025

The financial stakes are equally high. They Call Him OG has already set lofty expectations, with trade estimates projecting over 50 crore from overseas on Day 1 alone. While strong advance sales show promise, the pressure to meet such numbers is immense. A shortfall in overseas earnings could place additional strain on domestic markets to balance the film’s breakeven targets.

The issues are created by the makers themselves, as reports say that the post-production work is still going on, with just a day left for the premiere. This is not the first time a Telugu film has faced such issues, as these kinds of problems have arisen in the past as well. But despite the experience, things haven't changed much for the industry.

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— 4Seasons Creations AS (@4SeasonCreation) September 23, 2025

Despite these risks, Pawan Kalyan's star power and the film’s high production values ensure that anticipation remains strong. If distribution hurdles are resolved quickly and audience reception is positive, They Call Him OG still has every chance of delivering one of the biggest overseas performances for a Telugu film.

Stay tuned...