Rajinikanth‘s latest film, Vettaiyan, has shown a notable resurgence at the box office, with its second Saturday collections nearly doubling those from the previous Friday. The film earned approximately ₹4.25 crore nett in India, bringing its total earnings over the first ten days to ₹129 crore nett, as reported by the trade website Sacnilk.
Vettaiyan premiered with an impressive opening of ₹31.7 crore during the Dussehra weekend. However, the film experienced a significant drop in collections in the days that followed. In fact, it hit its lowest single-day earnings on the second Friday, garnering only ₹2.6 crore nett in India. This decline raised concerns among fans and industry watchers alike about the film’s overall performance.
Fortunately, the second weekend has brought some relief, with audiences returning to theatres in larger numbers. The increase in ticket sales suggests a renewed interest in the film, which has been appreciated for its engaging content and thoughtful narrative. Below is the day-wise box office breakdown for Vettaiyan after ten days:
- Thursday: ₹31.7 crore
- Friday: ₹24 crore
- Saturday: ₹26.75 crore
- Sunday: ₹22.3 crore
- Monday: ₹5.6 crore
- Tuesday: ₹4.3 crore
- Wednesday: ₹4.3 crore
- Thursday: ₹3.2 crore
- Friday: ₹2.6 crore
- Saturday: ₹4.25 crore
- Total: ₹129 crore
Directed by TJ Gnanavel, Vettaiyan delves into the serious subject of encounter killings in India. The film’s promotion prior to its release was extensive, contributing to its strong opening performance. By the end of its first week, Vettaiyan had accumulated approximately ₹122.15 crore nett, with around ₹105 crore nett coming from the Tamil market alone.
As it stands, it will be intriguing to see if Vettaiyan can reach the milestone of ₹150 crore by the conclusion of its second weekend. The film also features notable actors such as Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, and Rana Daggubati in significant roles, further adding to its appeal.
Given the positive reception, there are discussions among the makers about creating a prequel focusing on Anthony’s character. This potential development indicates a strong belief in the film’s narrative and the possibility of expanding its universe.
Vettaiyan‘s recovery at the box office highlights the unpredictable nature of film success, particularly in the wake of early declines. With the audience returning for the second weekend, there is optimism for continued growth in collections. As the film approaches the ₹150 crore benchmark, fans and critics alike will be watching closely to see how it fares in the days ahead.
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