Vettaiyan Box Office Collection Day 12 : Rajinikanth-Amitabh Starrer Hits a Low with ₹1.85 Crore
Vettaiyan, the highly anticipated film starring Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, has faced a significant downturn at the box office as it completes its 12th day of release. On October 22, 2024, the film managed to collect approximately ₹1.85 crore, marking a substantial decline from its earlier performance. With this latest figure, the total domestic collection now stands at around ₹136.45 crore.
Main Points
Overview of Box Office Performance
Vettaiyan opened with impressive numbers, earning ₹31.7 crore on its first day. This strong start was followed by collections of ₹24 crore and ₹26.75 crore on the second and third days, respectively. However, the film has struggled to maintain momentum, particularly during weekdays. The earnings dropped significantly after the first weekend, with collections falling to ₹5.6 crore on the first Monday and continuing to decline thereafter.
Day-wise Collection Breakdown
| Day | India Net Collection (₹) |
|---|---|
| Day 1 (Thursday) | 31.7 crore |
| Day 2 (Friday) | 24 crore |
| Day 3 (Saturday) | 26.75 crore |
| Day 4 (Sunday) | 22.3 crore |
| Day 5 (Monday) | 5.6 crore |
| Day 6 (Tuesday) | 4.3 crore |
| Day 7 (Wednesday) | 4.3 crore |
| Day 8 (Thursday) | 3.35 crore |
| Day 9 (Friday) | 2.25 crore |
| Day 10 (Saturday) | 4 crore |
| Day 11 (Sunday) | 4.4 crore |
| Day 12 (Monday) | 1.85 crore |
| Total | 136.45 crore |
Vettaiyan Audience Reception
Despite its star-studded cast and initial success, Vettaiyan’s audience reception has been mixed. The film’s storyline follows SP Athiyan IPS, a police officer known for his tough approach to crime in Kanniyakumari. The narrative intertwines his professional challenges with personal conflicts, especially regarding human rights issues highlighted by Amitabh Bachchan’s character, Justice Sathyadev.
The film’s occupancy rates have also reflected its declining popularity, with Tamil shows averaging around 14%, Telugu shows at 12%, and Hindi shows dropping to 5% on its second Monday.
Vettaiyan Future Projections
Industry analysts predict that Vettaiyan may struggle to reach its initial expected target of ₹150 crore in India by the end of its theatrical run. The film is now projected to finish with a total collection between ₹225-230 crore worldwide, which is considerably lower than anticipated given the star power involved.
Vettaiyan Production Details
Directed by T.J. Gnanavel and produced by Lyca Productions, Vettaiyan had a production budget estimated at ₹300 crores, which includes promotional costs. Despite its disappointing box office performance domestically, there are indications that it may perform better in international markets.
