India, July 24 -- Krish and Jyothi Krisna's Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1-Sword vs Spirit was released in theatres on 24 July, with paid premieres held on 23 July. The film, starring Pawan Kalyan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Bobby Deol as the leads, was released amid high expectations to mixed reviews. The film ends by setting up things for a sequel, the title for which has been revealed. (Also Read: Hari Hara Veera Mallu movie review: Pawan Kalyan's film is no Chhaava, just one elevation scene after another)

HHVM was finally released in theatres after changing the release date numerous times. Even before the film was released, in February last year, producer AM Rathnam had clarified at an event that the film was not shelved, like most people be...