Kanguva, the highly anticipated Tamil epic-fantasy film starring Suriya, experienced a dramatic shift in its box office performance after a record-breaking opening day. While initial reports celebrated a global gross of ₹58.62 crore on its debut, raking in considerable excitement amongst fans, day two saw a significant plunge in collections. Early estimates from Sacnilk.com indicate a mere ₹9 crore net in India on the second day, raising serious questions about the film’s overall financial success.
This steep decline leaves the film’s two-day total at ₹33 crore net in India. Considering Kanguva’s estimated budget of over ₹350 crore, the path to recouping costs appears increasingly challenging. The initial enthusiasm generated by the impressive opening day figures has been significantly tempered by this substantial drop. The question remains: can Kanguva overcome this downturn and reach profitability?
Studio Green, one of the production houses behind the film, proudly announced Kanguva’s impressive opening day performance on their official social media channels. Their post celebrated the film’s global success, attributing it to the fervent support of fans and cinema enthusiasts. However, this celebratory tone contrasts sharply with the less encouraging numbers emerging from day two.
The film, directed by Siva and also produced by UV Creations, boasts a captivating premise and an ensemble cast. Suriya takes on dual roles, portraying both a contemporary stylish character and a powerful warrior from a distant past, a common theme in his filmography. Bobby Deol plays the antagonist adding another dimension of star power to the production. The narrative spans 1,500 years, seamlessly blending action sequences with historical elements, promising an ambitious cinematic experience. The supporting cast includes Disha Patani, Natarajan Subramaniam, Jagapathi Babu, Yogi Babu, Redin Kingsley, Kovai Sarala, and Ananda, a mix of well-established and rising stars.
Despite the film’s visual spectacle and the star power, reviews have been decidedly mixed. While audiences have lauded Suriya’s performance in both his roles, critics and many viewers expressed disappointment in the lack of emotional depth and a less than compelling villain. The overall narrative, while visually impressive, seems to have failed to resonate with some segments of the viewing public.
Suriya, known for tackling demanding roles, has a history of portraying double and even triple characters. He has previously shared his reservations about taking on multiple roles, stating in an interview with PTI that he often clashes with directors over the viability of such roles. His appearances in films like “Perazhagan,” “Vel,” “Vaaranam Aayiram,” “7aum Arivu,” and notably “24” (where he portrayed a triple role), demonstrate his willingness to challenge himself, despite his personal reservations.
The coming days will be crucial for Kanguva. Whether the film can defy expectations and reverse the downward trend remains to be seen. The box office numbers will be closely monitored as they will ultimately determine if this ambitious project achieves the financial success its creators envisioned.
