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Kanguva Day 2 Box Office Collection: Massive Drop Raises Concerns for the ₹350 Crore Budget Film

On its second day, Kanguva saw a sharp decline in collections compared to its opening day. The film, which had received mixed reviews, struggled to maintain the momentum generated by the initial buzz.

  • Day 1 Collection: ₹22 crores
  • Day 2 Collection: ₹9 crores
  • Two-Day Total (Domestic): ₹33 crores

The decline in earnings has been attributed to several factors, including the mixed word-of-mouth reviews, average occupancy rates in theaters, and stiff competition from other releases. Despite the drop, the film continues to perform reasonably well in Tamil Nadu, Suriya’s stronghold, but its performance in other regions has been underwhelming.


Worldwide Box Office Collection

Kanguva has fared better internationally, adding to its overall box office tally. After two days, the film’s worldwide collection stands at ₹58.6 crores.

Breakdown of Worldwide Collections:

  • Domestic Total: ₹33 crores
  • Overseas Total: ₹25.6 crores

The overseas market, particularly in countries with a strong Tamil diaspora like the UAE, Singapore, and the US, has been a significant contributor to the film’s earnings. However, the global numbers still fall short of what is needed for a ₹350 crore-budget movie to break even.


Reasons Behind the Decline:

  1. Mixed Reviews: While Suriya’s performance and the film’s grand visuals were praised, the slow pacing and predictable storyline received criticism. This has impacted audience enthusiasm, especially among repeat viewers.
  2. High Expectations: The film’s massive budget and pre-release hype set the bar extremely high. Failing to meet these expectations could have deterred some audiences.
  3. Limited Appeal Beyond Tamil Nadu: While Kanguva has resonated with Suriya’s core fanbase in Tamil Nadu, its reach in other regions, including the Hindi-speaking belt, has been limited.

Challenges Ahead:

With a ₹350 crore budget, Kanguva needs to sustain momentum for several weeks to recover costs. Industry experts estimate that the film needs to cross ₹400 crores worldwide to turn profitable, factoring in marketing and distribution costs. However, the significant drop on Day 2 raises questions about the film’s long-term prospects.


In Conclusion:

Kanguva’s Day 2 box office collection of ₹9 crores has highlighted the challenges faced by even big-budget films in maintaining consistent earnings. With a two-day domestic total of ₹33 crores and a worldwide collection of ₹58.6 crores, the film still has a long way to go to break even. Despite the setback, Kanguva’s cinematic grandeur and Suriya’s star power could help it recover in the coming days

Nabeel Ahmed

I hold a BBA and MBA and possess a deep-seated passion for news and current affairs. I am a dedicated and results-oriented individual with a strong desire to contribute to the world of news writing.

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