Rajinikanth’s highly anticipated film Vettaiyan has generated significant buzz at the box office as it enters its second week. Initial reports indicate that the movie had a strong start but has experienced a noticeable decline in collections as it progresses. Here’s a detailed day-wise breakdown of the box office performance, including language-wise collections and overall earnings.
Box Office Performance Overview
Day 1: Vettaiyan opened with an impressive collection of ₹31.7 crore.
Day 2: The film continued to perform well, earning ₹24 crore.
Day 3: The momentum continued with collections reaching ₹26.75 crore.
Day 4 (Monday): The film saw a dip, earning ₹22.3 crore on its first Sunday.
Day 5 (Tuesday): Collections dropped further to ₹5.6 crore.
Day 6 (Wednesday): The trend continued with earnings of ₹4.3 crore.
Day 7 (Thursday): The film maintained the same collection as the previous day, earning another ₹4.3 crore.
Day 8 (Friday): As of 7 PM, early updates indicate that Vettaiyan has collected approximately ₹2.05 crore, bringing the total India nett collection to around ₹121 crore.
Total Collections
- India Nett Collection: ₹121 crore
- India Gross Collection: ₹138.85 crore
- Overseas Collection: ₹70 crore
- Worldwide Total Collection: ₹208.85 crore
Language-wise Collection Breakdown
- Tamil Version: The Tamil version has been the primary contributor, accounting for approximately 80% of the total earnings, which translates to around ₹96.8 crore.
- Telugu Version: The Telugu release has performed decently, contributing about 15%, roughly translating to around ₹18.15 crore.
- Hindi Version: The Hindi version has seen moderate success, contributing about 5%, which amounts to approximately ₹6.05 crore.
Cast and Production Details
Vettaiyan features an impressive ensemble cast that includes not only Rajinikanth but also Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Ritika Singh, Dushara Vijayan, and Manju Warrier. The film is produced by Lyca Productions and directed by T.J. Gnanavel, who is known for his impactful storytelling and direction.
Critical Reception and Audience Response
While Vettaiyan opened to enthusiastic audiences and received considerable media attention, the subsequent drop in box office collections indicates a shift in audience interest as the film progresses into its second week. Factors contributing to this decline could include competition from other releases or changing viewer preferences.
Conclusion
While Vettaiyan had a robust opening week, the significant drop in collections on day eight raises questions about its sustainability at the box office. Fans and investors will be watching closely to see how the film performs in the coming days.
