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The support for the “mega” heroes in Tollywood has long been a significant force, thanks to the legacy set by Megastar Chiranjeevi and later reinforced by Pawan Kalyan. Their dedicated fan bases helped establish the next generation of actors. Ram Charan has lived up to his father’s reputation. Allu Arjun built an extensive fan base and gained immense popularity beyond the initial “mega” support.
For other heroes like Sai Dharam Tej, Varun Tej, and Vaishnav Tej, the initial fan backing was evident, helping them establish their careers. Varun Tej, in particular, chose an unconventional path, focusing on roles with a touch of class rather than pursuing the traditional mass hero image.
Varun’s career saw promising moments with hits like Fidaa, Tholi Prema, F2, and Gaddalakonda Ganesh*. However, underwhelming performances in films like Ghani, Gandeevadhari Arjuna, and Operation Valentine significantly impacted his momentum and market position.
Fans had high hopes for Varun’s comeback with Matka, but the film failed to meet critical and commercial expectations. The lukewarm response at the box office and poor pre-release buzz translated to low first-day collections, reportedly amounting to only one crore rupees, even with its Hindi release included.
This disappointing performance has sparked discussions about whether Varun Tej’s fan base, including the loyal “mega” fans, has begun to wane due to these recent setbacks.
