The teaser of Mahesh Babu's Sarileru Neekevvaru has clocked around 18 million views in 24 hours. This is the highest number of views a Telugu film's teaser has garnered in a single day.
Firstly, the expectations are really high on 'Sarileru Neekevvaru', given the fact that Mahesh is playing a full-length mass role after a really long time. The teaser has enough whistle worthy moments for Mahesh's fans.
Incidentally, it was said that the producers of Sarileru Neekevvaru spent a lot of money on getting more likes and views to the teaser through improper means.
However, Sarileru Neekevvaru team condemned this gossip. They say aggressive promotions and content that appeals to the masses are the reasons why the teaser became a huge hit.
Sarileru Neekevvaru's teaser was a trending topic on Twitter since a week before its release. Mahesh's fans on social media actively took part in the promotions and played a key role in building buzz ahead of the teaser's release.
Aggressive promotions, releasing a goosebump-inducing GIF, Mahesh's humongous following on social media, using a date unlock tool on Twitter, and active participation from Mahesh Babu's fans are said to be the main reasons behind the super success of the teaser.
Also, the combination of Mahesh Babu and Anil Ravipudi, who has carved a name for himself with super hit commerical films has played a key role in the entire process.
The source says that gossips about Paid views and likes for Sarileru Neekevvaru's teaser is nothing but a false propaganda.
Regardless of all this, Sarileru Neekevvaru teaser has received a largely positive response from all quarters.
It appears to be that Mahesh's vintage screen presence and mannerisms have stuck a chord with the viewers.