In a moment that stunned fans and film circles alike, a die-hard admirer of actor and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan purchased a benefit show ticket for the upcoming film They Call Him OG for a jaw-dropping ₹1,29,999. The auction, held at Srinivasa Theatre in Choutuppal, Telangana, was part of the film’s trailer release event and saw spirited bidding from fans across the region.
The winning bidder, Amudala Paramesh from Lakkaram village, secured the ticket originally priced at ₹800—paying over 160 times its value. The ticket grants access to a 1 a.m. benefit show on September 25, marking the film’s release day.
More Than Just a Movie Ticket
- The auction proceeds will be donated to the Jana Sena Party (JSP), founded and led by Pawan Kalyan.
- The gesture reflects cinematic devotion fused with political loyalty, a hallmark of South Indian fan culture.
- Paramesh’s act has gone viral, with many calling it “the ultimate tribute” to their hero.
“For some fans, watching their idol on screen is not just entertainment—it’s a form of worship,” said a local JSP organizer.
About They Call Him OG
- Directed by Sujeeth, the film stars Pawan Kalyan as gangster Ojas Gambheera.
- Co-stars include Emraan Hashmi (in his Telugu debut), Priyanka Mohan, Arjun Das, and Prakash Raj.
- Produced by DVV Entertainment, the film is expected to be Pawan Kalyan’s biggest-ever opener.
Ticket Price Hike Approved
The Telangana government has sanctioned a temporary hike in ticket prices:
- ₹800 for special shows on September 24.
- ₹100 extra for single screens and ₹150 extra for multiplexes from September 25 to October 4.
- Prices revert to ₹177 (single screens) and ₹295 (multiplexes) after October 4.