Varisu Vs Thunivu Box Office Collection Day 1: It was a huge celebration down south as Ajith Kumar’s Thunivu and Thalapathy Vijay-Rashmika Mandanna’s Warisu released in theaters on January 11. Despite the tough competition, the films have managed to score big, which might have fueled the craze of the two films. As per early estimates, Varisu has managed to open to Rs 21-23 crore all over India, Tamil version has received mixed response from the audience. On the other hand, Thunivu has an estimated earning of Rs 22.5 crore.
According to Box Office India, “Tamil Nadu saw two big releases during the Pongal period with Thunuva and Varisu both opening strong. But clashing also means market share, so this means both films The collections will not be huge. Both the films are doing 80-90% occupancy.” He further added, “It is a long extended weekend and holiday period, so films can take advantage of it, but it will depend on the reports.”
About Varisu
South Superstar Thalapathy Vijay is back with another blockbuster! The much-awaited family entertainer, featuring Thalapathy Vijay in the titular role, is helmed by popular Telugu director Vamshi Paidipally. Also starring Rashmika Mandanna, the Vijay starrer has won millions of hearts.
Warisu is the story of a man who is the son of a business tycoon. He was forced to take over his father’s empire under some unfavorable circumstances. The screenplay of the film is jointly written by directors Vamshi Paidipally, Hari and Ashish Solomon. Rashmika Mandanna appeared as the female lead opposite Vijay. Besides him, it also features a stellar supporting cast including R Sarath Kumar, Prakash Raj, Jayasudha, Khushboo, Srikanth, Shaam, Yogi Babu and Sangeeta Krish. Producer Dil Raju has backed the film under his banner of Sri Venkateswara Creations. S Thaman has composed the music for the film.
About Tunivu
Ajith Kumar’s much-anticipated film started at 1 am IST across locations, and the theaters turned into a celebration zone with fans thronging in large numbers. Thunivu is an action-packed starrer and Ajith’s look as the ‘boss man’ steals the show. He has taken people hostage in a bank. Police is seen trying to identify him. But it is a mystery that slowly opens up. The action-packed film features Ajith sporting a white beard and white hair. Ajith Kumar plays a slightly negative character in the action thriller, and he impressed the fans with it.
Manju Warrier, Malayalam cinema star, plays the female lead, while Samuthirakani, John Kokken, Veeran, Ajay and GM Sundar appear in pivotal roles. Ghibran scored music for Ajith in Thunivu for the first time, while the cinematography is handled by Nirav Shah.