Sivakarthikeyan’s latest film, Amaran, continues to demonstrate impressive box office performance, having crossed the ₹170 crore mark in just 15 days. The biopic has maintained its stronghold at the box office, even amidst the release of Suriya’s Kanguva, which opened to mixed reviews.
Box Office Performance Overview
As of Day 15 (November 15, 2024), Amaran has collected approximately ₹172 crore at the Indian box office. On its fifteenth day, the film earned an estimated ₹3.15 crore, showcasing its sustained popularity and audience interest.
Day-Wise Box Office Collection
Here’s a detailed breakdown of Amaran’s box office performance over its first two weeks:
Week 1 Collection
- Day 1 (Friday): ₹45 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹40 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹35 crore
- Day 4 (Monday): ₹18 crore
- Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹12 crore
- Day 6 (Wednesday): ₹6.25 crore
- Day 7 (Thursday): ₹2.75 crore
Total for Week 1: ₹158.25 crore
Week 2 Collection
- Day 8 (Friday): ₹7.5 crore
- Day 9 (Saturday): ₹10 crore
- Day 10 (Sunday): ₹11 crore
- Day 11 (Monday): ₹4.5 crore
- Day 12 (Tuesday): ₹3.5 crore
- Day 13 (Wednesday): ₹3.5 crore
- Day 14 (Thursday): ₹3.15 crore
- Day 15 (Friday): ₹3.15 crore
Total for Week 2: ₹57.85 crore
Overall Total: ₹172 crore
Audience Reception and Reviews
Amaran has resonated well with audiences, praised for its poignant portrayal of a brave soldier, Major Mukund Varadarajan, who sacrificed his life during the Qazipathri Operation in Shopian in 2014. The film’s emotional depth and strong performances have contributed to its success.
Ratings from Various Platforms:
- Audience Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
- Critics Ratings:
- Times of India: ★★★★☆ (4/5) – Commended the film’s storytelling and Sivakarthikeyan’s impactful performance.
- Hindustan Times: ★★★☆☆ (3/5) – Noted that while engaging, it could have explored deeper character development.
- Koimoi: ★★★★☆ (4/5) – Highlighted the film’s strong emotional core and direction.
Competition from Kanguva
Despite facing competition from Suriya’s Kanguva, which opened to mixed reviews and earned approximately ₹22 crores on its first day, Amaran has maintained a consistent hold on Tamil occupancy rates. On November 14, it recorded an overall occupancy rate of 25.73%, with evening shows peaking at nearly 30%.
Conclusion
With a total collection exceeding ₹172 crores, Amaran has solidified its position as a significant hit in Sivakarthikeyan’s career. As it continues to perform well at the box office, industry experts will be watching closely to see how it competes against new releases in the coming weeks.
Disclaimer
This article is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research before making any decisions related to film viewership or investments.