Kamal Haasan’s latest film Thug Life is turning out to be a major disappointment at the box office. Despite high expectations and a strong buzz before its release, the movie has failed to bring audiences to theatres. After nine days in cinemas, the box office numbers paint a grim picture for both the actor and the film’s director, Mani Ratnam.
Thug Life Earns Just ₹74 Lakh on Day 9
According to box office tracking website Sacnilk, Thug Life earned only ₹74 lakh on its second Friday (Day 9). This is the lowest second Friday collection for a Kamal Haasan film since the COVID-19 pandemic. The film’s total collection now stands at ₹44.74 crore net in India. With taxes included, the gross total is around ₹52.79 crore.
Poor Word of Mouth Affects Collections
Thug Life had a weak start despite the excitement surrounding the film. Directed by Mani Ratnam, the movie was expected to repeat the magic of his previous hit Ponniyin Selvan. However, this time, both critics and audiences gave negative reviews. Many called it one of the weakest films by the legendary director. Due to the poor word of mouth, the movie couldn’t build momentum even after the first weekend.
Comparison With Kamal Haasan’s Recent Films
The second Friday numbers are especially disappointing when compared to Kamal Haasan’s other recent films. Here’s a look at the second Friday collections of his movies post-COVID:
- Vikram – ₹7.95 crore
- Indian 2 – ₹1.30 crore
- Thug Life – ₹74 lakh
As you can see, Vikram performed exceptionally well, while Indian 2 had a moderate response. In comparison, Thug Life has seen a drastic fall in collections, making it the weakest among the three.
Will Thug Life Cross ₹50 Crore in India?
At this pace, it’s going to be difficult for Thug Life to reach the ₹50 crore net mark in India. This is especially concerning considering the film’s reported budget of ₹200 crore. Even with worldwide collections added, it’s unlikely that the film will touch the ₹100 crore milestone globally.
A Nightmare for Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam
The film’s poor performance is a huge setback for both Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam. It was expected to be a massive hit, but the reality has been far from it. The combination of high expectations, a big budget, and weak storytelling has made Thug Life one of the most underwhelming releases of the year.
Final Words
Thug Life has unfortunately become a nightmare for everyone involved. With collections dropping below ₹1 crore on Day 9, the chances of a strong comeback are almost zero. Unless something unexpected happens, the film is likely to end its run as a major box office flop.
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