Suriya’s much-anticipated film Kanguva, released on November 14, 2024, is facing significant challenges at the box office. After nine days of release, the fantasy thriller has grossed a mere ₹64.30 crore against a staggering production budget of ₹300 crore. This financial performance has led to discussions about Suriya potentially compensating the production studio, Studio Green, for the losses incurred.
Total Box Office Collection
As of November 22, 2024, Kanguva has accumulated a total box office collection of ₹64.30 crore. This figure falls drastically short of its projected earnings and highlights the film’s struggle to connect with audiences despite its high expectations and substantial marketing efforts.
Day Wise Box Office Collection
The following is a breakdown of Kanguva‘s box office collection over its first nine days:
| Day | Collection (in ₹ crore) |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | 20.00 |
| Day 2 | 25.00 |
| Day 3 | 18.66 |
| Day 4 | 10.00 |
| Day 5 | 7.00 |
| Day 6 | 5.00 |
| Day 7 | 3.00 |
| Day 8 | 1.90 |
| Day 9 | 0.61 |
| Total | 64.30 |
Disappointing Box Office Performance
Initially, Kanguva had a strong opening weekend, grossing ₹96.66 crore globally in its first week. However, the momentum quickly dissipated due to negative reviews and stiff competition from other Tamil releases, particularly Sivakarthikeyan’s Amaran, which has been performing strongly at the box office. The film’s earnings on Day 9 plummeted to just ₹0.61 crore, marking a staggering 68% drop from the previous day’s collection of ₹1.9 crore. This drastic decline has made it increasingly unlikely that Kanguva will reach the coveted ₹100 crore mark.
Suriya’s Response to Financial Losses
In light of the film’s underperformance, reports suggest that Suriya is considering taking significant steps to mitigate the financial fallout for Studio Green. He may offer a pay cut or even return a portion of his fee to help offset the studio’s losses. There are also discussions about him committing to a lower-budget project for Studio Green in order to assist in recovering some of the financial damage incurred by Kanguva‘s disappointing performance.
Future Prospects for Suriya
The repercussions of Kanguva extend beyond its immediate box office results. Reports indicate that Suriya’s ambitious Bollywood debut project, Karna, directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and initially planned as a ₹350 crore two-part epic, has been shelved due to financial concerns stemming from Kanguva‘s poor performance. However, there is hope for fans with the announcement of a sequel to Kanguva, scheduled for release in 2026, featuring Suriya’s brother Karthi as the antagonist. Meanwhile, Suriya is gearing up for upcoming projects including Suriya 44, directed by Karthik Subbaraj and co-starring Pooja Hegde, as well as Suriya 45 with RJ Balaji.
Movie Cast
Kanguva features an ensemble cast that includes:
- Suriya as Kanguvan “Kanguva” Senthee and Francis Theodore
- Bobby Deol as Udhiran
- Disha Patani as Angela
- Natarajan Subramaniam as Koduvan
- K.S. Ravikumar as City Police Commissioner
- Yogi Babu as Colt 95
- Redin Kingsley as Accelerator
- Kovai Sarala as Francis’s mother
- Mansoor Ali Khan, Ravi Raghavendra, and others in supporting roles
- Karthi in dual cameo roles
Movie Review: Insights from Experts
Experts have provided mixed reviews for Kanguva. While some praised Suriya’s performance and the film’s visual effects, others criticized the storyline for being unoriginal and predictable.
- Positive Aspects:
- Stellar performances by Suriya.
- High production values and impressive CGI.
- Engaging music score by Devi Sri Prasad.
- Critiques:
- The plot revolves around themes of reincarnation that feel familiar.
- Pacing issues lead to a lack of engagement in certain segments.
Movie Rating: Ratings from Different Platforms
Kanguva has received varied ratings across multiple platforms:
- IMDb: 5.4/10 based on user ratings.
- Rotten Tomatoes: Not yet rated (as it may not have enough reviews).
- BookMyShow: 3.2/5 from audience reviews.
- Times of India: 2.5/5, highlighting the film’s shortcomings in storytelling.
Conclusion
Kanguva serves as a cautionary tale in the film industry, illustrating how high expectations can lead to significant disappointments. As Suriya navigates this challenging period, his potential compensation efforts and future projects will be closely watched by fans and industry insiders alike.Disclaimer: The box office data presented are estimates compiled from various sources and may not reflect actual figures. Ratings are subject to change as more reviews come in over time.
