The Tamil drama Sorgavaasal, released on November 29, 2024, continues its slow run at the box office. On Day 10, the film earned ₹0.17 crore, bringing its total collection to ₹5.03 crore.
Plot Summary
Sorgavaasal delves into the story of a common man, played by RJ Balaji, who finds himself trapped in a corrupt system and lands in prison. The film explores a profound dilemma—whether jails truly rehabilitate individuals or push them further into a life of crime.
Box Office Performance
Despite its thought-provoking theme, the film has struggled to gain traction at the box office.
- Day 10 Earnings: ₹0.17 crore
- Total Earnings (10 Days): ₹5.03 crore
Cast and Crew
- RJ Balaji as Parthi
- K. Selvaraghavan as Siga
- Natarajan Subramaniam as Ismail
- Karunas as Kattabomman
- Saniya Iyappan as Revathy
- Sharafudheen as Sunil Kumar
Directed with an attempt to address societal issues, the performances, particularly by RJ Balaji and Selvaraghavan, have received moderate praise.
Critical Reception
- IMDb: 6.6/10
- Times of India: 3.5/5
- India Today: 2.5/5
While some critics appreciated the film’s core message and performances, others pointed out pacing issues and lack of a gripping narrative as reasons for its lukewarm reception.
Sorgavaasal presents an impactful theme but has struggled to resonate with a broader audience. With a total of ₹5.03 crore in 10 days, the film’s box office performance reflects its limited appeal despite solid performances from the cast. Its success will now depend on word of mouth and possible traction through OTT platforms in the coming weeks.
