Viduthalai Part 2, directed by Vetrimaaran, continues to make waves at the box office since its release on December 20, 2024. This Tamil period crime thriller is a direct sequel to Viduthalai Part 1 (2023) and follows the intense conflict between a police constable and the leader of a separatist group.
Box Office Performance So Far
As of December 25, Viduthalai Part 2 has earned an estimated ₹29.79 crore in its first six days of release. The film’s collection breakdown is as follows:
- Day 1 (Friday): ₹7.50 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹7.70 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹7.50 crore
- Day 4 (Monday): ₹2.30 crore
- Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹2.40 crore
- Day 6 (Wednesday): ₹2.39 crore (estimated)
Day 6 Collection Prediction
On Day 6, the film is predicted to earn around ₹2.39 crore, reflecting a moderate drop compared to previous days. This decline is typical for films after their initial weekend, but the strong start has positioned Viduthalai Part 2 well within its budget recovery zone.
Total Earnings and Budget Recovery
The film has reportedly recovered about 79% of its production budget of approximately ₹35 crore within just six days. Given its current trajectory, it is expected to enter the profit zone soon, especially if it maintains steady collections over the next few days.
Audience Reception and Critical Acclaim
Viduthalai Part 2 features a strong cast, including:
- Vijay Sethupathi as Perumal “Vaathiyaar,” the leader of Makkal Padai
- Soori as Constable Kumaresan (#1563)
- Manju Warrier as Mahalakshmi, Perumal’s wife
- Bhavani Sre as Tamilarasi, Kumaresan’s love interest
- Gautham Vasudev Menon as DSP Sunil Menon
- Kishore Kumar G. as Perumal’s father
- Rajiv Menon as A. Subramaniyan I.A.S., Chief Secretary to Government of Tamil Nadu
The film has received positive reviews for its gripping narrative and performances, particularly praising the direction by Vetrimaaran and the musical score by Ilaiyaraaja.
Ratings
Critics have given Viduthalai Part 2 a rating of 3/5, highlighting its thought-provoking narrative and strong performances. It currently holds an impressive IMDb rating of 8.7/10, reflecting its popularity among viewers.
Conclusion
With its compelling storyline and strong performances, Viduthalai Part 2 is expected to continue performing well at the box office despite minor fluctuations in daily earnings. Fans are keenly watching how the film will fare in the coming weeks as further updates emerge.
Disclaimer
Box office figures are based on estimates from various sources and may vary as new data becomes available. The numbers mentioned have not been independently verified.
