“Vettaiyan” Overseas Advance Booking Collection vs. “The GOAT”
Rajinikanth’s much-anticipated film Vettaiyan, co-starring Amitabh Bachchan, has finally hit the theaters worldwide. Directed by T.J. Gnanavel, the action drama, made on a substantial budget of over ₹200 crores, has received a strong response from critics and audiences alike. Notably, this marks Amitabh Bachchan’s Tamil film debut and Rajinikanth’s 170th film as the lead actor.
Vettaiyan Advance Booking Box Office collection Day 1
Final Advance Booking Collection for Vettaiyan
The film managed to gross an impressive ₹17.6 crores ($2.1 million) through overseas pre-sales and paid premieres, signaling a strong start. Here’s a region-wise breakdown of its pre-sales collection:
North America (USA/Canada): ₹7.85 crores ($935K)
UK: ₹1.37 crores (£125K)
Australia: ₹90.89 lakhs (A$ 161K)
New Zealand: ₹8.1 lakhs (NZ$ 16K)
Gulf Countries: ₹2.44 crores ($291K)
Malaysia: ₹1.3 crores (RM 716K)
Singapore: ₹88.6 lakhs (S$ 138K)
Sri Lanka: ₹20 lakhs (LKR 70 lakh)
Vettaiyan vs The GOAT (Thalapathy Vijay Starrer)
When compared to Thalapathy Vijay’s The Greatest Of All Time (The GOAT), which had grossed ₹30.22 crores ($3.6 million) through pre-sales, Vettaiyan has performed about 42% lower. However, it’s still a remarkable achievement considering the strong individual performance of *Vettaiyan*, particularly in major markets like North America and the Gulf.
Outlook for Vettaiyan
While The GOAT had set a high bar in overseas pre-sales, Vettaiyan is expected to continue its upward trajectory based on the favorable early reviews. With a stellar ensemble cast that includes Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, and Manju Warrier, the film is poised for significant box-office milestones during its theatrical run.
Box office numbers are estimates and will continue to evolve as the film progresses through its release phase.
