It's known that 'Agnyaathavaasi' is alleged to be based on the 2008 French drama 'Largo Winch'. Its director, Jerome Salle, had said on Twitter that he was excited to watch Pawan Kalyan's film because of the similarities with his film. He watched the Premieres and here is what he says.

"Screening at #LeBrady tonight. Great atmosphere thanks to the audience. I couldve loved the movie but unfortunately the plot was too familiar," the director tweets.

Meanwhile in the US, the film's gross stands at USD 1,491,989 (from 491 locations), pushing 'Baahubali-1' and 'Khaidi No. 150' to No. 3 (USD 1,364,416) and No. 4 (USD 1,295,613), respectively.

Screening at #LeBrady tonight. Great atmosphere thanks to the audience. I could‘ve loved the movie but unfortunately the plot was too familiar. #LargoWinch #Agnyaathavaasi pic.twitter.com/RwFWAyeUPz

— Jérôme Salle (@Jerome_Salle) January 9, 2018