the box office performance of the much-anticipated film Vettaiyan, featuring legends Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, continues to be a topic of interest. After a strong opening, the film has seen a decline in its earnings over the past few days.
Main Points
Full Details of Vettaiyan’s Box Office Collection
As of Day 6, Vettaiyan has netted approximately ₹4.25 crore across India, bringing its total domestic collection to around ₹114.60 crore. The film had an impressive start, earning ₹31.7 crore on its opening day, followed by ₹24 crore on Day 2, ₹26.75 crore on Day 3, and ₹22.3 crore on Day 4. However, it experienced a significant drop to ₹5.6 crore on Day 5 before further declining on Day 6.
Daily Earnings Breakdown
- Day 1: ₹31.7 crore
- Day 2: ₹24 crore
- Day 3: ₹26.75 crore
- Day 4: ₹22.3 crore
- Day 5: ₹5.6 crore
- Day 6: ₹4.25 crore
Occupancy Rates
The occupancy rates for the film on October 15 were as follows:
- Tamil Version: 18.34%
- Telugu Version: 16.04%
- Hindi Version: 8.97%
These figures indicate a mixed reception across different languages, with Tamil showing the highest occupancy.
Global Performance
Worldwide, Vettaiyan has crossed the ₹240 crore mark and is nearing the ₹250 crore milestone. The production house has expressed optimism about the film’s potential to reach higher figures in the coming days.
Factors Influencing Performance
The decline in box office numbers can be attributed to several factors:
- Weekday Drop: Following a strong weekend, films often see a drop during weekdays, especially if they do not maintain momentum.
- Weather Conditions: Reports suggest that heavy rains in Tamil Nadu may have affected footfall in theaters.
- Competition: The film faces competition from other releases like Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Waala Video and Jigra, which could divert audience attention.
Critical Reception
While Vettaiyan had a grand opening and generated excitement among fans, it has received mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike. The film is directed by T.J. Gnanavel and features an ensemble cast including Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, Dushara Vijayan, and Ritika Singh in pivotal roles.
Future Projections
Industry analysts predict that if Vettaiyan can stabilize its earnings over the next few days, it may still achieve respectable lifetime collections. The film is projected to end its run with over ₹350 crore globally if it can regain some momentum during the second weekend.
