The Tamil film Amaran, starring Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi, has emerged as a massive success at the Malaysian box office. Directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, the biographical war drama not only won hearts worldwide but also secured its place as one of the highest-grossing Indian films in Malaysia.
1. Amaran Shines in the Malaysian Box Office
Released on October 31, 2024, Amaran faced stiff competition in India, clashing with major releases like Bloody Beggar, Brother, KA, Lucky Baskhar, Bhageera, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, and Singham Again. Despite the crowded release calendar, Amaran managed to perform exceptionally well internationally, particularly in Malaysia.
The film grossed a whopping RM 12.27 million (Malaysian Ringgit), which translates to approximately ₹23.4 crore in Indian currency.
Among Malaysia’s Top 10 Indian Grossers
With this impressive performance, Amaran climbed to the seventh position in the list of top 10 highest-grossing Indian films in Malaysia, surpassing Thalapathy Vijay’s Mersal, which previously held the eighth spot with RM 11.83 million.
2. The Top 10 Indian Grossers in Malaysia
Here is the updated list of the highest-grossing Indian films in Malaysia:
| S.No. | Movies | Malaysian Collections |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dilwale | RM 15.68 million |
| 2 | The GOAT | RM 15.14 million |
| 3 | Jailer | RM 14.18 million |
| 4 | Leo | RM 13.20 million |
| 5 | Kabali | RM 12.68 million |
| 6 | Bigil | RM 12.67 million |
| 7 | Amaran | RM 12.27 million |
| 8 | Mersal | RM 11.83 million |
| 9 | Varisu | RM 11.60 million |
| 10 | Ponniyin Selvan 1 | RM 11.52 million |
Notably, Shah Rukh Khan’s Dilwale retains the top spot with RM 15.68 million, making it the only Bollywood film in the top 10 list.
3. Amaran Among the Biggest Kollywood Openers of 2024
Globally, Amaran performed impressively right from its opening day, collecting ₹34 crore and securing its place as the fifth biggest Kollywood opener of 2024.
Top 5 Kollywood Openers of 2024 (Global Collections):
- The Greatest of All Time (GOAT): ₹99 crore
- Vettaiyan: ₹63.5 crore
- Indian 2: ₹55 crore
- Kanguva: ₹37.5 crore
- Amaran: ₹34 crore
These numbers highlight Amaran’s significant success in global markets, proving its strong appeal beyond domestic audiences.
4. Why Amaran Resonated with Audiences
The film’s success can be attributed to multiple factors:
- Star Power: Sivakarthikeyan’s charismatic presence and Sai Pallavi’s remarkable performance played a crucial role in attracting audiences.
- Engaging Storyline: Directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, Amaran struck a chord with viewers as a biographical war drama featuring an emotional and patriotic narrative.
- International Appeal: The film’s themes resonated well with the Tamil diaspora in Malaysia, where Tamil cinema has a significant and loyal fanbase.
5. Future Predictions and Upcoming Challenges
With Amaran achieving RM 12.27 million, industry experts anticipate that future Tamil releases, including Thalapathy Vijay’s Thalapathy 69 and Rajinikanth’s Coolie, could potentially surpass these numbers.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Dilwale continues to hold the top spot, but the growing dominance of Tamil cinema in international markets suggests that it may face stiff competition in the near future.
Amaran’s Milestone Success
Amaran has successfully etched its name in the Malaysian box office, becoming the seventh highest-grossing Indian film in the country. Its strong global opening and sustained performance underline the film’s universal appeal and Sivakarthikeyan’s growing star power.
With Tamil cinema continuing to dominate international markets, Amaran sets a high benchmark for upcoming films. As fans celebrate this milestone, the industry looks ahead to what lies next for Kollywood in 2024 and beyond.
FAQs
1. How much did Amaran earn at the Malaysian box office?
Amaran grossed RM 12.27 million in Malaysia, approximately ₹23.4 crore in Indian currency.
2. Which Indian film holds the record for the highest gross in Malaysia?
Shah Rukh Khan’s Dilwale holds the top spot with RM 15.68 million.
3. Who directed Amaran and who stars in it?
Amaran is directed by Rajkumar Periasamy and stars Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi in lead roles.
4. Where does Amaran rank among Tamil film openers of 2024 globally?
Amaran is the fifth biggest Kollywood opener of 2024, with an opening collection of ₹34 crore.
5. Which other Tamil films are expected to dominate the Malaysian box office?
Upcoming films like Thalapathy Vijay’s Thalapathy 69 and Rajinikanth’s Coolie are expected to perform exceptionally well in Malaysia.
