Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan’s Vettaiyan Continues Its Slow Pace at the Indian Box Office—Day 14 Update.
Vettaiyan Box Office Struggles: Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan’s Film Faces Tough Times—Day 14 Update
Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan has been battling at the Indian box office since its release on October 10, 2024. The movie generated a lot of excitement, not only because of Rajinikanth’s starring role but also because it marked Amitabh Bachchan’s debut in Tamil cinema. With so much buzz around the film, expectations were sky-high. Unfortunately, Vettaiyan has not been able to live up to the hype, and it continues to experience a slow run at the box office.
A Promising Start That Fizzled Out
Directed by TJ Gnanavel, Vettaiyan had a promising start. The advance booking numbers were impressive, thanks to the pre-release buzz and well-received promos. Released a day before Dussehra, the timing seemed perfect for the film to attract large crowds, especially during the festive season. Fans of Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan flocked to theaters with high hopes, but as more people watched the film, reviews started pouring in, revealing a different story.
Many viewers found the storyline of Vettaiyan predictable, which became one of the key reasons the film’s momentum slowed down after the initial rush. Despite the star-studded cast and strong promotional efforts, the movie hasn’t managed to pull in the kind of numbers that were expected.
Day 14 Box Office Performance
As of Day 14, Vettaiyan continues to bring in footfalls, but the numbers are far from spectacular. According to early trends, the film earned around ₹1.70 crores on Day 14, which is slightly down from the ₹1.80 crores it collected on the second Monday. This marks a fall of about 5% in daily earnings.
While the decline is not steep, it shows that the film is losing steam as it heads into its third week. After 14 days, the total box office collection of Vettaiyan now stands at approximately ₹141.73 crores. This figure is decent but far below what was expected for a film of this scale and with such a high production cost.
A Long Way From the ₹150 Crore Mark
One of the major milestones for Vettaiyan is the ₹150 crore mark, but the film is still ₹8.27 crores away from reaching that goal. Ideally, the movie should have crossed this milestone much earlier, considering the pre-release buzz and star power behind it. But as the saying goes, “Better late than never.” There’s still hope that the film will cross ₹150 crores in the coming days, although it will be a late victory compared to other big films.
Lifetime Collection Predictions
As things stand, industry insiders predict that Vettaiyan will finish its box office run with a lifetime collection of around ₹175 crores. While this is a respectable number, it is far from the massive success that was anticipated. In fact, the film was expected to cross the ₹200 crore mark, but given its current trajectory, it’s unlikely that Vettaiyan will achieve that feat.
The Impact of Upcoming Releases
Adding to the film’s struggles is the fact that several big releases are lined up for Diwali. With so many new films hitting theaters, it’s likely that Vettaiyan will lose a significant number of screens and showtimes, which could further hurt its chances of bringing in more box office revenue. Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan’s star power might help the film stay afloat for a little longer, but the competition is fierce, and Vettaiyan may eventually get washed out of theaters sooner than expected.
Financial Losses for Lyca Productions
One of the most troubling aspects of Vettaiyan’s performance is the financial losses it has brought for its production company, Lyca Productions. The movie was reportedly made on a massive budget of ₹300 crores, but as of now, it hasn’t even reached the halfway mark of covering its production costs. With a box office collection of ₹141.73 crores after 14 days, Vettaiyan is facing a shortfall of over ₹150 crores, which is a significant loss for any production house.
Rumors of Rajinikanth Compensating for the Losses
Given the massive losses, there are rumors circulating in the industry that Rajinikanth might step in to help Lyca Productions recover some of the financial damage. According to the grapevine, Rajinikanth could possibly make another film with the producers, charging only a minimal salary as a way to compensate for the losses incurred by Vettaiyan. However, there has been no official confirmation regarding these rumors. If true, it would be a rare and commendable gesture from the superstar, showing his loyalty and commitment to the people he works with.
Can Vettaiyan Bounce Back?
While it’s clear that Vettaiyan hasn’t lived up to expectations, it’s not entirely out of the game just yet. There’s still a possibility that the film could see a slight boost in collections over the next few days, especially if it manages to retain a decent number of screens despite the upcoming Diwali releases.
One factor that could work in the film’s favor is the continued support from Rajinikanth’s loyal fan base. The superstar has a massive following, and his fans have often come through to help his films do well, even when the odds are against them. If this fan base continues to rally behind Vettaiyan, the film might be able to cross the ₹150 crore mark and push its lifetime collections closer to ₹175 crores.
The Verdict
Vettaiyan has undoubtedly faced a challenging run at the Indian box office. Despite the star power of Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, the movie couldn’t maintain its early momentum due to a predictable storyline and mixed reviews from the audience. While the film has managed to bring in respectable numbers, it’s nowhere near the blockbuster status that was expected.
With a budget of ₹300 crores and a box office collection that’s struggling to cross ₹150 crores, Vettaiyan is a financial disappointment for Lyca Productions. However, there’s still hope that the film will be able to salvage some of its reputation in the days to come.
For now, all eyes are on whether Vettaiyan can cross the ₹150 crore milestone and how it will fare against the wave of new releases during the Diwali season. Whatever happens next, the film will be remembered as a testament to the unpredictable nature of the box office, where even the biggest stars can’t always guarantee success.
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