Vettaiyan Closes Opening Weekend with 100 Crore+ at the Indian Box Office: Here’s What Day 4 Early Trends Reveal!
Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan Hits a Century in Its 4-Day Extended Opening Weekend: Breaks Milestones at the Indian Box Office
Rajinikanth’s much-anticipated film Vettaiyan has taken the box office by storm, hitting a massive milestone in its first four days. The film, which released with much fanfare, has crossed the ₹100 crore mark during its extended opening weekend, making it the second Tamil film of 2024 to achieve this feat. Let’s dive deeper into how Vettaiyan fared over its opening weekend and analyze the early trends for Day 4.
A Strong Start with Over ₹100 Crores in 4 Days
Vettaiyan, riding on Rajinikanth’s star power and a grand marketing campaign, was expected to open big—and it did not disappoint. By the end of its 4-day extended opening weekend, the film managed to rake in a massive ₹107-109 crore net across all languages, firmly securing its place in the 100-crore club. This is a significant achievement, especially given the high expectations surrounding the film.
The film started its box office journey with a spectacular Day 1, earning ₹32 crore, followed by a slight dip on Day 2, where it brought in ₹24 crore. On Day 3, which was Saturday, Vettaiyan bounced back, collecting ₹27 crore. As for Day 4 (Sunday), despite high occupancies in Tamil Nadu and other southern states, the film’s collections were slightly restricted due to the so-called “Sunday curse,” closing the day with an estimated ₹24-26 crore. This brings the total weekend collection to an impressive ₹107-109 crore.
Tamil Nadu Leading the Charge
The success of Vettaiyan can largely be attributed to its dominant performance in Tamil Nadu, where Rajinikanth has an enormous fanbase. Tamil Nadu continues to be the driving force behind the film’s box office numbers, with high occupancies across most theaters in the state. The film’s action-packed sequences and Rajinikanth’s larger-than-life presence have struck a chord with audiences, leading to excellent turnout throughout the weekend.
On Day 4, Tamil Nadu saw particularly strong occupancies, which remained consistent throughout the day. Rajinikanth’s loyal fanbase ensured that theaters remained packed, and even late-night shows saw good footfalls, despite the fact that the following day was a working Monday. This steady support from Tamil Nadu has been a key factor in the film crossing the ₹100 crore mark.
Strong Performance in Telugu States and Kerala
While Tamil Nadu was the major contributor to Vettaiyan’s box office success, the film also performed well in other southern states. In the Telugu-speaking regions of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Vettaiyan maintained a decent pace throughout the extended weekend. Though the collections here weren’t as high as Tamil Nadu, the film still managed to attract significant audiences, particularly in urban centers.
Kerala has also been a bright spot for Vettaiyan, with good occupancies reported in the state. Rajinikanth’s fan following in Kerala has always been strong, and the film’s universal appeal, combined with his magnetic screen presence, helped draw in the crowds. Day 4 saw consistent turnout across theaters in Kerala, contributing significantly to the film’s overall weekend haul.
Disappointment in the Hindi Belt
Despite its success in southern markets, Vettaiyan has struggled to gain a foothold in the Hindi-speaking regions of India. The film’s performance in the Hindi belt has been a major disappointment, with low occupancies reported throughout the weekend. Rajinikanth’s films have traditionally faced challenges in this region, and Vettaiyan was no exception.
The Hindi market, which generally favors Bollywood releases, did not see much traction for the film. Even though Vettaiyan was released in Hindi dubbed versions, the collections were lukewarm at best. This was particularly evident on Day 4, where the film failed to make a significant impact in northern and central India. Occupancies dipped in the evening and night shows, as audiences began preparing for the workweek ahead.
Sunday Dip: The “Sunday Curse” Strikes Again
While Vettaiyan saw strong performance throughout the weekend, the film’s Day 4 collections were slightly restricted due to the well-known “Sunday curse.” This phenomenon, often observed in box office trends, refers to the dip in collections on Sunday evenings and nights as audiences prepare for the workweek. Despite high occupancies earlier in the day, night shows across the country saw a noticeable drop.
This Sunday dip prevented Vettaiyan from hitting the ₹30 crore mark on Day 4, which many had expected it to achieve. Early estimates suggest that the film’s collections for the day closed at around ₹24-26 crore. Nevertheless, the film has still managed to surpass the ₹100 crore mark, an impressive feat for its opening weekend.
Comparison with Dhanush’s Raayan and Other 2024 Releases
With a total collection of ₹107-109 crore net, Vettaiyan has become the second highest-grossing Tamil film of 2024, overtaking Dhanush’s Raayan, which had a lifetime collection of ₹94.85 crore. Raayan had a solid start but couldn’t maintain the same level of momentum as Vettaiyan, which has now comfortably surpassed its box office earnings.
The only Tamil film to have grossed more than Vettaiyan this year is Thalapathy Vijay’s The Greatest Of All Time (The GOAT), which set the benchmark with an astonishing ₹257.22 crore. While Vettaiyan still has a long way to go to match The GOAT’s success, it has already established itself as a strong contender at the box office and could continue to build on its impressive start in the coming days.
What Lies Ahead for Vettaiyan?
Looking ahead, Vettaiyan has a good chance of maintaining its strong box office performance during the weekdays. Rajinikanth’s films typically enjoy sustained support from his fanbase, and with the holiday season around the corner, the film could see another boost in collections.
However, competition is expected to ramp up as more films hit theaters in the coming weeks. Vettaiyan will need to maintain its momentum to continue dominating the box office. If it can sustain its pace, it has the potential to break even more records and cement its place as one of the biggest films of the year.
Final Thoughts
Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan has proven to be a massive success in its opening weekend, crossing the ₹100 crore mark within just four days. With strong performances in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and the Telugu states, the film has set the stage for an exciting box office run. While it struggled in the Hindi belt, Vettaiyan’s overall collections remain impressive, and it has already surpassed Dhanush’s Raayan to become the second highest-grossing Tamil film of 2024.
As the film enters its first full week, all eyes will be on whether it can maintain its box office dominance and continue breaking records.
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