BY CHRISTA LINCY

The Odyssey is currently dominating the global landscape with a performance that outpaces some of the biggest cinematic achievements in recent years. In just its first week, the film amassed a staggering 346 million dollars worldwide, officially surpassing the first-week total of Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer, which stood at 230 million dollars. According to data shared by Venky Box Office, the domestic first-week total reached 199.3 million dollars, with a significant portion of that revenue coming from premium formats. The breakdown shows 86.5 million dollars from standard screens, 50 million from PLF and Standard 70MM, 44.5 million from Standard IMAX, 9.5 million from IMAX 70MM, and 8.5 million from Dolby Cinema. This intense demand for the high-end theatrical experience explains why the film saw a sharp 11.4 percent growth on its second Friday in India, collecting 6.85 crore net as word-of-mouth regarding its technical scale continues to draw audiences back to the theaters. The Odyssey - Week 1 India Net CollectionDAYNET COLLECTIONDay 1 (1st Friday)₹17.40 CrDay 2 (1st Saturday)₹22.00 CrDay 3 (1st Sunday)₹21.90 CrDay 4 (1st Monday)₹8.00 CrDay 5 (1st Tuesday)₹8.35 CrDay 6 (1st Wednesday)₹6.50 CrDay 7 (1st Thursday)₹6.15 CrTotal Week 1₹90.30 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film started strong with an opening day of 17.40 crore net and peaked on its first Saturday with 22.00 crore. By the end of the first seven days, the total India net stood at 90.30 crore. What is particularly interesting is the language breakdown. The English version has been the primary driver, contributing 71.55 crore net, while the Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil versions follow with 11.10 crore, 4.80 crore, and 2.85 crore respectively. This indicates that the film is finding its strongest audience in urban English-speaking markets. When we dive into the day 8 chain-wise performance, the numbers show that premium multiplexes are doing most of the heavy lifting. PVR led the charts on Friday with a gross of 3.60 crore from 1,030 shows, maintaining a 27 percent occupancy rate. INOX followed with a 2 crore gross across 823 shows at 20.1 percent occupancy, while Cinepolis added 97 lakh from 450 shows. Across the country, the film was running on a total of 5,383 shows on its second Friday. This brings the cumulative India gross to 115.92 crore and the total India net to 97.15 crore, meaning it is just inches away from the 100 crore net milestone domestically. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Looking at the occupancy data for the English 2D version on day 8, there is a clear trend of audiences preferring evening and night shows. The overall occupancy was 20.47 percent, but while the morning shows started slow at 9.89 percent, the night shows jumped to 30.33 percent. Geographically, Bengaluru and Hyderabad remain the strongholds for the English version, recording 26.8 percent and 22.8 percent occupancy respectively. In Bengaluru, the night shows were particularly impressive at 43 percent. On the other hand, major northern regions like NCR and Mumbai saw more modest overall occupancy rates of 10.8 percent and 12.5 percent. The Hindi 2D version is seeing a tougher run compared to the English version. On day 8, the overall occupancy for the Hindi shows was 8.28 percent. Much like the English version, the night shows performed best at 10.75 percent, but the morning shows struggled at 4.42 percent. Regionally, NCR saw 9 percent occupancy, but markets in Gujarat like Ahmedabad and Surat were quite low, recording 5.8 percent and 3.5 percent occupancy respectively. It appears that while the urban centers are engaged, the film is yet to fully penetrate the mass Hindi circuits. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) On the digital front, the ticket sales data from BookMyShow tells a story of consistent interest. After a strong first week where 1.36 million tickets were sold, the second Friday saw an additional 126.02K tickets booked. When you add the 340K plus tickets from pre-sales, the total ticket count on the platform stands at approximately 1.83 million. This volume of ticket sales is a good indicator that the film has a broad enough appeal to sustain its run through the second week. Looking at the global footprint, The Odyssey is operating at a scale that confirms its status as a massive Hollywood powerhouse. The film has already hit a monumental worldwide gross milestone of 4,000.00 crore. While the India gross has reached 115.92 crore, the international circuits have contributed 1,850.00 crore to the total tally. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Frequently Asked Questions: The Odyssey Box Office Records and Trends The Odyssey has officially cemented itself as a global cinematic force, shattering multiple records in its first eight days of release. From outperforming recent Oscar-winning blockbusters to dominating the premium theater formats in India, the film is redefining the scale of a Hollywood release in 2026. Here are the most searched questions regarding its phenomenal box office run. How does The Odyssey Week 1 collection compare to Oppenheimer? In a massive show of strength, The Odyssey has officially outperformed the opening week records of Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer. While Oppenheimer earned 230 million dollars in its first week, The Odyssey amassed a staggering 346 million dollars worldwide in the same period. This record-breaking performance highlights the immense global demand for this epic production. What is the India Net collection for The Odyssey after Day 8? As of its second Friday, the total India Net collection for The Odyssey stands at ₹97.15 crore. The film witnessed a surprising 11.4 percent growth on its eighth day, earning ₹6.85 crore net compared to ₹6.15 crore on Thursday. With this steady momentum, the film is expected to cross the prestigious ₹100 crore net milestone in India by the second Saturday afternoon. Which theater formats are driving the box office for The Odyssey? Data from trade experts like Venky Box Office shows that premium formats are the primary revenue drivers. In its domestic first week, the film earned 199.3 million dollars, with a massive chunk coming from Standard IMAX (44.5M), PLF/Standard 70MM (50M), and IMAX 70MM (9.5M). This trend is mirrored in India, where PVR and INOX led the second Friday performance with a combined gross of over ₹5.60 crore. What is the total worldwide gross of The Odyssey so far? The film has reached a monumental worldwide gross of ₹4,000.00 crore. This global total is supported by a significant overseas gross of ₹1,850.00 crore and a domestic India gross of ₹115.92 crore. The balance between international and domestic markets remains remarkably even, with the overseas share currently sitting at 46.25 percent. How many tickets has the film sold on BookMyShow in India? The audience interest in India remains exceptionally high, with a total of 1.83 million tickets sold on BookMyShow to date. This includes over 1.36 million tickets from the first week and an additional 126.02K tickets booked on the second Friday alone. The consistent digital booking trends suggest that the film will continue to have a long and successful run in the coming weeks.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Following the historic momentum of its first two days, Jana Nayagan enters its crucial first Saturday, officially transitioning from a box office juggernaut into a cultural phenomenon. As the One Last Vibe for millions, the film's performance is being tracked with unprecedented intensity, marking the final cinematic appearance of Thalapathy Vijay, the sitting Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The scale of this release is reflected in its massive footprint on BookMyShow, where it has already sold a staggering 2,307,070 tickets to date—comprising 1.18 million pre-sales, 631.73K tickets on Thursday, and a solid 492.97K on Friday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Building on its monumental opening, early estimates for Day 2 (Friday) indicate that Jana Nayagan has entered the elite ₹100 crore club worldwide in record time. Despite being a working Friday, the film maintained a powerful grip, collecting a domestic net of ₹21.15 crore across a massive 12,190 shows. While this represents a natural 50.5% dip from the historic Day 1 opening (₹42.70 crore net), the sheer volume of shows and high evening occupancy have pushed the total India Gross to a staggering ₹75.00 crore in just two days.  The film has officially stormed past the ₹50 crore net mark in India, with its cumulative net collection standing at ₹63.85 crore. Internationally, the One Last Vibe sentiment is driving significant numbers, with Day 2 adding ₹10.00 crore to the overseas tally. This brings the total Overseas Gross to ₹37.50 crore. DAY 2 LIVE BLOG 12:30 PM (IST) 25 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan Australia Growth Explodes; US Friday Collections Record Strong Uptick As the Day 3 morning shows conclude in India, the international reports for Friday (Day 2) are reflecting a massive surge in key territories. In Australia, the film is witnessing an extraordinary growth trend; after an opening of A$158K, Day 2 collections jumped to A$223K, bringing the two-day total to A$381K. Early reports for Day 3 in Australia suggest that Saturday is already tracking better than the opening day, indicating powerful word-of-mouth. According to Venky Box Office, in North America, the film is making up for a measured start. As of 7 PM PST on Friday, the film has recorded $224K from 361 locations. With night show reports still trickling in from the West Coast, the Friday numbers are expected to finish much higher than the initial Thursday morning levels. The One Last Vibe sentiment appears to be fueling a massive weekend wave across the diaspora, with theaters in Melbourne, Sydney, and Toronto reporting high occupancies for the Saturday prime-time shows. 12:20 PM (IST) 25 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan Saturday Surge; Day 3 Net Reaches ₹4.46 Cr as BMS Sales Outpace Friday Morning Trends Jana Nayagan is witnessing a massive Saturday surge as family audiences flock to theaters for the weekend. As of 12:20 PM, the film has collected a live net of ₹4.46 crore for Day 3 across an expanded 4,038 tracked shows. This brings the cumulative total India Net to ₹68.31 crore, while the total India Gross has climbed to ₹80.26 crore. The momentum on BookMyShow (BMS) is officially trending higher than yesterday, a rare and highly positive sign for a big-budget release. In the 11 AM to 12 PM window today, the film sold 25,370 tickets, comfortably surpassing yesterday's 21,960 tickets during the same hour. The film is also on the verge of hitting a major daily milestone, with 99,840 tickets sold since 6 AM this morning alone—outperforming yesterday's morning tally of 91,610. 09:30 AM (IST) 25 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan Day 3 Morning Starts Strong; India Net Crosses ₹64 Crore Milestone Jana Nayagan has kicked off its first Saturday with impressive morning momentum. As of 09:30 AM, the film is running across 1,105 tracked shows and has already collected a live net of ₹0.79 crore for Day 3. This push has propelled the cumulative total India Net collection to ₹64.64 crore, while the total India Gross has reached ₹75.93 crore. The early morning ticket sales on BookMyShow (BMS) indicate a healthy weekend trend. In the 6 AM to 7 AM window today, the film sold 2,740 tickets. While this is a slight dip compared to yesterday's 3,590 tickets during the same hour, the retention remains high at nearly 76%, signaling strong demand for early morning "Special Shows" in B and C centers. With the total ticket count on BMS now standing at 2.3 million, all eyes are on the matinee and evening shows, which are already showing high Filling Fast indicators across Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Frequently Asked Questions: Jana Nayagan Box Office & Milestones Jana Nayagan has officially transformed from a highly anticipated release into a global box office juggernaut. As Thalapathy Vijay’s farewell film, the "One Last Vibe" is rewriting history across domestic and international circuits. Here are the most searched questions regarding its record-breaking run. What is the total India Gross collection of Jana Nayagan after Day 2? As of the end of Day 2, Jana Nayagan has amassed a massive India Gross collection of ₹75.00 crore. The film officially crossed the prestigious ₹50 crore net milestone on its second day, bringing its total India Net collection to ₹63.85 crore. How much has Jana Nayagan collected worldwide so far? The film has entered the elite club in record time. With an India Gross of ₹75 crore and an Overseas Gross of ₹37.50 crore, the total Jana Nayagan Worldwide Gross collection stands at ₹112.50 crore after just two days of release. How many tickets has Jana Nayagan sold on BookMyShow? The digital demand for the film has been historic. To date, Jana Nayagan has sold a total of 2,307,070 tickets on BookMyShow. This includes 1.18 million tickets from pre-sales, 631.73K on opening Thursday, and 492.97K on its first Friday. What was the box office hold for Jana Nayagan on Day 2? On its first working Friday, the film collected a net of ₹21.15 crore across 12,190 tracked shows. This represents a 50.5% drop from its record-shattering Day 1 net of ₹42.70 crore—a strong hold that signals excellent "repeat value" heading into the weekend. Why is Jana Nayagan considered a historic release in Tamil Cinema? Jana Nayagan marks the final cinematic appearance of Thalapathy Vijay, who currently serves as the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. It is the first time since M.G. Ramachandran that a sitting CM has had a film release, making it a once-in-a-generation cultural phenomenon.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 25 - Salman Khan appears to have responded to the wave of trolling he faced on social media with a cryptic yet confident new post. The actor shared a couple of pictures from the gym on Saturday and captioned them, "Salman Khan darrrrr Gaya…. Hmmmm Joe darr gaya vo mar gaya." Fans are widely interpreting the post as a direct reply to those who accused him of being afraid after his recent comments on the NEET paper leak protests. The controversy began on July 22, when Salman Khan expressed support for students protesting against the government over the NEET paper leak. However, a day later, the superstar urged the students to end their protest and return home to their parents, saying they should have faith in the government and that strict action would be taken against those responsible. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While some appreciated his appeal, another section of social media users criticised the actor, claiming he had changed his stance out of fear of the government. The criticism quickly gained traction online, with many trolls questioning Salman's change in tone between the two posts. His latest gym post, however, appears to dismiss those claims. By writing, "Salman Khan darrrrr Gaya…. Hmmmm Joe darr gaya vo mar gaya," the actor seemingly mocked the narrative that he was scared, while projecting confidence through his workout photos. Although Salman Khan did not directly mention the controversy or the trolls, his latest post has already sparked fresh discussions across social media. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Salman Khan darrrrr Gaya…. Hmmmm Joe darr gaya vo mar gaya.. pic.twitter.com/CPTQpxWRsP— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) July 24, 2026

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Following a historic opening day that saw box office records shattered worldwide, Jana Nayagan moves into its crucial second day with the momentum of an unstoppable juggernaut. This release is far more than a cinematic milestone; it is a cultural phenomenon marking the farewell performance of Thalapathy Vijay, who currently serves as the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Having assumed office on May 10, 2026, following the resounding victory of his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), Vijay has made history as the first sitting Chief Minister since the legendary M.G. Ramachandran to have a film release while in office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As the one last vibe for millions of fans, the film serves as a grand valedictory to a three-decade acting career that has now culminated in the highest seat of state leadership. According to early estimates for Day 2, the film is demonstrating remarkable stability across domestic and international circuits, building on its monumental ₹78.27 crore worldwide opening gross. Directed by H. Vinoth and produced by KVN Productions, this political action drama continues to turn theaters into festive arenas, with the Chief Minister Vijay title card drawing thunderous applause, signaling that the screen icon's transition from Thalapathy to Jana Nayagan is now complete in the hearts of the people. DAY 2 LIVE BLOG 10:15 PM (IST) 24 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan Night Shows Go Berserk; India Net Nears ₹60 Crore Milestone Jana Nayagan is witnessing a sensational surge as night shows report peak occupancy across all major circuits. Milestone Alert: The film has officially crossed the ₹50 Crore net mark in India! As of 10:15 PM, the Day 2 live collections have reached ₹16.48 crore net across 12,148 tracked shows. This brings the cumulative India Net Collection to ₹59.18 crore, while the India Gross stands at ₹69.72 crore. The momentum on BookMyShow is currently at its daily peak, showing almost no drop compared to the opening day's night shows. In the 9 PM to 10 PM window alone, the film sold a massive 34,930 tickets, coming incredibly close to yesterday's 38,190 tickets during the same hour. This indicates a high level of "repeat value" and strong family audience turnout for the Friday night screenings. Since 6 AM this morning, the total ticket count on the platform has surged to 3,40,690. 08:30 PM (IST) 24 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan Smashes ₹50 Crore Net Milestone; Day 2 Evening Shows Hold Strong Jana Nayagan has officially entered the prestigious ₹50 Crore Net Club in India within just two days of its release. As of 08:30 PM, the film has minted ₹11.72 crore net on Day 2 alone across a massive 10,430 tracked shows. This brings the total cumulative India Net Collection to ₹54.42 crore, while the India Gross has reached ₹64.11 crore. The Tamil version continues to be the primary engine of this rampage, contributing ₹9.50 crore net today with a solid 40% evening occupancy. The Hindi version is also showing an upward trend in multiplexes, collecting ₹1.25 crore so far, while the Telugu version has added ₹0.97 crore to the tally. The momentum on BookMyShow is reflecting a phenomenal "weekend effect" starting early. In the 7 PM to 8 PM window alone, the film sold 29,900 tickets, showing a high retention rate compared to yesterday's 34,810 tickets. Since 6 AM this morning, the total ticket count on the platform has reached 2,73,350. With night show occupancies expected to peak at 55%–60% in many circuits, Jana Nayagan is poised for a massive finish for its first Friday. 05:45 PM (IST) 24 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan Nears ₹50 Crore India Net; Afternoon Occupancy Jumps to 37% Jana Nayagan is witnessing a significant surge as it enters the evening circuit on its first Friday. As of 05:45 PM, the film has collected a net of ₹7.26 crore for Day 2 across a massive 8,241 tracked shows. This brings the total cumulative India Net collection to ₹49.96 crore—essentially knocking on the door of the ₹50 crore milestone. The total India Gross collection has now reached ₹58.84 crore. The occupancy data shows a positive upward trend. The overall Tamil (2D) occupancy has grown from a morning average of 32.77% to 37.23% in the afternoon. Key regions are driving this growth, with Chennai recording a strong 67% occupancy in the afternoon, followed by Coimbatore at 60% and Madurai at 31%. Even in Bengaluru, the afternoon shows saw an uptick to 21% compared to the morning's 14%. On the ticket booking front, the 4 PM to 5 PM window on BookMyShow saw 18,080 tickets sold, maintaining a steady flow against yesterday's peak of 24,470. Since 6 AM this morning, the cumulative ticket sales on the platform have reached 1,93,970. 03:15 PM (IST) 24 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan Smashes 2 Million Tickets Milestone on BMS; Day 2 Net Hits ₹5 Crore Jana Nayagan is maintaining a rock-solid trend as it cruises through its first Friday. As of 03:15 PM, the film has officially surpassed a major milestone, selling over 2 million tickets on BookMyShow since its release. For Day 2 specifically, the film has collected a net of ₹5.09 crore across 6,548 tracked shows in India. This takes the cumulative total India net collection to ₹47.79 crore, while the total India gross has climbed to ₹56.28 crore. The afternoon shows are witnessing a steady flow of audiences, with the 2 PM to 3 PM window recording 22,410 tickets sold on BMS. While this is lower than yesterday's 32,150 tickets during the same hour, it represents a strong 70% retention rate for a working Friday. 02:50 PM (IST) 24 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan’s Emotional Finale Goes Viral; Fans Moved to Tears As the Day 2 matinee shows conclude, social media is flooded with emotional reactions to the film's climax. Fans are particularly moved by the final two minutes, calling it a perfect farewell to Thalapathy Vijay's acting career. Clips of the emotional ending have gone viral, further intensifying the crowd's sentiment for the One Last Vibe. #JanaNayagan Last 2 Minutes Emotional Clips 😭💔 pic.twitter.com/1QvfikwTuR— 𝐒𝐚𝐤𝐭𝐡𝐢 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢 𝑻𝑽𝑲 (@mersal_sakthi03) July 23, 2026 02:15 PM (IST) 24 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan Overseas Day 1 Reports; UK and North America Figures In As the final Day 1 numbers from international territories trickle in, reports suggest a mixed performance for Jana Nayagan in key overseas markets. According to data tracked by Venky Box Office, the film has recorded an opening day gross of £142K (approx. ₹1.8 crore) in the United Kingdom. This is being viewed as a relatively lower start for a Thalapathy Vijay starrer in the UK circuit, surprisingly trailing behind his 2023 family drama Varisu, which had opened to £165K. In North America, the film's Day 1 performance (as of 9 PM PST) stands at $213K gross from 353 locations. While the domestic market continues to witness a rampage, the overseas momentum—particularly in the UK and USA—appears to be trailing behind the benchmarks set by Vijay's previous blockbusters like Leo and The Greatest of All Time (GOAT). 02:00 PM (IST) 24 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan Smashes ₹50 Crore India Gross Milestone; Afternoon Retention Hits 70% Jana Nayagan continues its steady march at the box office, officially crossing the ₹50 crore gross milestone in India as it heads into the afternoon shows. As of 02:00 PM, the film has collected a net of ₹3.03 crore for Day 2 across 5,017 tracked shows. This takes the cumulative India Net Collection to ₹45.73 crore and the Total India Gross to ₹53.85 crore. The afternoon momentum on BookMyShow (BMS) remains remarkably resilient for a working Friday. In the 1 PM to 2 PM window, the film sold 21,270 tickets, maintaining a strong 70% retention compared to the 30,480 tickets sold during the same hour on its opening day. Since 6 AM this morning, the total ticket count has reached 1,34,510, which is roughly 66% of the volume recorded by this time yesterday. The occupancy data justifies this steady trend. Across the expanded 5,017 shows today, the Tamil (2D) version recorded a morning occupancy of 32.77%. While this is lower than the initial Thursday frenzy, the high show count ensures that the volume of ticket sales remains elite. 11:30 AM (IST) 24 JUL 2026 Live Update: Bobby Deol Hails Thalapathy Vijay’s Simplicity; Shares Experience from Jana Nayagan Sets As Jana Nayagan continues its strong run on Day 2, actor Bobby Deol, who plays a pivotal role in the film, has shared his experience of working alongside Thalapathy Vijay. In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Deol opened up about the off-screen persona of the Tamil superstar, describing it as a very different experience. Deol noted that despite Vijay's massive global stardom and his transition into leadership, he remains a very quiet and simple man on set. • Working with @actorvijay was a very different experience • he's a very Quiet & Simple man, ~ Bobby Deol pic.twitter.com/tk4kMwqD2S— Prakash Vijay (@PrakazVijay_Of) July 24, 2026 11:10 AM (IST) 24 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan Surpasses ₹1.29 Crore Gross on Day 2; Morning Shows Hold Steady Jana Nayagan is maintaining a steady grip on the box office as it enters its first Friday. As of 11:10 AM, the film has added ₹1.09 crore net (approx. ₹1.29 crore gross) to its Day 2 tally across 3,688 tracked shows. The ticket sales on BookMyShow reflect a healthy Friday trend for a big-ticket release. Between 10 AM and 11 AM today, the film sold 22,270 tickets, compared to 35,290 tickets during the same hour on its opening day. Since 6 AM this morning, the film has amassed a total of 69,650 tickets on the platform. While this is a natural dip from yesterday's opening morning peak of 1,07,920 tickets, the momentum remains robust for a working day. 09:30 AM (IST) 24 JUL 2026 Live Update: Jana Nayagan Steady on Day 2 Morning; India Net Crosses ₹41 Crore After a record-breaking Thursday, Jana Nayagan has commenced its second day with steady morning occupancies across 1,812 tracked shows. As of 09:30 AM, the film has added ₹0.70 crore net to its tally, taking the total India Net Collection to ₹41.70 crore. The total India gross now stands at ₹49.10 crore. On the ticket booking front, BookMyShow (BMS) reflects a natural second-day trend. Between 8 AM and 9 AM today, the film sold 13,420 tickets, compared to 24,090 tickets during the same window yesterday. The cumulative sales on the platform since 6 AM today stand at 25,650 tickets. While this is lower than the Day 1 opening morning (43,230 tickets), the momentum remains healthy for a working Friday, especially in the home territory of Tamil Nadu where matinee and evening bookings are already showing a Filling Fast status.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The first day reports for Jana Nayagan are officially in, and they paint a picture of a massive opening that reinforces Thalapathy Vijay’s standing at the top of the pyramid. While the film delivered a historic performance, it also missed out on a specific golden opportunity—hitting the ₹50 crore net milestone on its opening day. For context, while many of his recent blockbusters like Leo and GOAT crossed the ₹50 crore net mark by their second day, there was a high expectation for Jana Nayagan to breach that barrier on day one itself. Despite this, Vijay has managed a rare hat-trick by securing the three highest first Thursday collections in Kollywood history with Leo, GOAT, and now Jana Nayagan. Kollywood Day 1 Highest Collection - Tamil NetRANKMOVIE NAMETAMIL NET (DAY 1)1Leo₹ 48.96 Cr2Coolie₹ 44.50 Cr3Beast₹ 42.45 Cr4The Greatest of All Time₹ 39.15 Cr5Jana Nayagan₹ 38.20 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Thalapathy Vijay has mastered the art of the mid-week release, turning Thursdays into a box office fortress for the Tamil film industry. By securing a massive opening with Jana Nayagan, the actor has now completed an incredible hat-trick, holding all three spots for the highest first Thursday collections in Kollywood history. This dominant trend began with the record-shattering performance of Leo and was sustained by GOAT, proving that Vijay’s star power can generate holiday-level numbers even on a standard working day. Top 5 Highest First Thursday Openers (Kollywood) - Tamil NetRANKMOVIE NAMETAMIL NET (1ST THU)1Leo₹ 48.96 Cr2Coolie₹ 44.50 Cr3The Greatest of All Time₹ 39.15 Cr4Jana Nayagan₹ 38.20 Cr5Jailer₹ 37.60 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jana Nayagan collected a net of ₹42.70 crore across 13,067 tracked shows in India. This resulted in an India gross of ₹50.28 crore. The primary engine was, of course, the Tamil version which contributed ₹38.20 crore net. The Telugu and Hindi versions added ₹2.75 crore and ₹1.75 crore respectively. When we look at the occupancy data, the Tamil 2D version maintained an overall occupancy of 68.31 percent. The shows peaked in the morning at 73.85 percent and again at night with 73.31 percent, showing that the fan-frenzy was sustained from the first show to the last. In terms of audience volume, the numbers on BookMyShow are nothing short of incredible. The film recorded 1.18 million tickets in pre-sales and added another 631,730 tickets throughout Thursday, bringing the total opening day volume to 1,814,100 tickets. The performance in national multiplex chains also remained a strong pillar for the opening. PVR led the charge with a ₹4.25 crore gross from 1.51 lakh tickets, followed by INOX at ₹2.27 crore and Cinepolis at ₹1.02 crore. Together, these three major chains contributed ₹7.54 crore to the domestic gross. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The overseas market played a massive role in pushing the worldwide total higher, with the cumulative international gross reaching ₹30.00 crore. According to Venky Box Office, the film recorded an opening day gross of £142K (approx. ₹1.8 crore) in the United Kingdom. This was a notably softer start in the UK, falling behind the £165K mark set by Varisu. In North America, the film collected $213K from 353 locations. While these specific territories showed a quieter trend compared to his previous blockbusters, the total international turnout was enough to push the worldwide opening day gross to a staggering ₹80.28 crore. If we dive deeper into the occupancy trends for the dubbed versions, the Telugu version saw a 30 percent overall occupancy with night shows peaking at 33.58 percent. The Hindi market, however, remained a bit more conservative with an 11 percent overall occupancy, though it did see a jump to 20.33 percent during the night shows. These variations in regional demand explain why the net collection settled at ₹42.70 crore despite the massive show count and high ticket volume in the home state.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 24 - Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana has taken another significant step towards becoming a global cinematic event. Sony Pictures Entertainment has officially come on board as the international distributor for the two-part epic. Interestingly, the agreement is said to be a Free of Cost (FOC) distribution deal, meaning Sony has not paid an upfront acquisition fee to the producers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Instead, the Hollywood studio will invest heavily in the film's worldwide marketing campaign, underlining its confidence in the project's global appeal. According to a report by Pinkvilla, Sony has committed USD 25 million (approximately 235 crore) towards the international marketing and publicity of Ramayana. The producers will contribute an additional USD 15 million (approximately 140 crore), bringing the film's total marketing expenditure to USD 40 million (approximately 375 crore). Such a promotional budget is virtually unheard of for an Indian film and reflects the makers' ambition of launching Ramayana on the scale of a major Hollywood blockbuster. The report further states that Ramayana: Part One is expected to be mounted on a budget of around 1,500 crore, including production and marketing costs. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Meanwhile, the combined budget for both instalments is estimated to be close to 3,000 crore, making it comfortably one of the most expensive film franchises ever produced in Indian cinema. With Sony handling the international rollout and Karan Johar's Dharma Productions releasing the film in India, the makers are aiming for an unprecedented global theatrical launch. On the release front, Ramayana: Part One is currently being lined up for Diwali 2026. While Diwali falls on November 8, the makers are understood to be considering October 30 and November 6 as the two potential release dates, as reported earlier. The earlier date is reportedly being preferred to secure an IMAX release, as Godzilla Minus Zero is expected to occupy IMAX screens from November 6 onwards. An official announcement regarding the final release date is expected in the coming weeks.