Aranmanai 4's Box Office Success: A Milestone for Mid-Tier Films in Kollywood
Despite concluding its theatrical run, Aranmanai 4 has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing the coveted Rs. 100 crore mark internationally. This achievement marks the first Rs. 100 crore film for both its lead actor, Sundar C., and the franchise, whose previous highest-grossing installment earned less than Rs. 40 crore.
While the Rs. 100 crore benchmark may not hold the same significance in Kollywood as it did a decade ago, it remains a notable accomplishment for films without top-tier stars. This disparity in box office potential between star-studded and non-star-driven productions highlights the significant gap that exists in Kollywood.
Dominance in Tamil Nadu, Moderate Success Elsewhere
Aranmanai 4 reigned supreme as the highest-grossing film of the year in Tamil Nadu, accumulating Rs. 66.50 crore and likely reaching Rs. 67 crore before concluding its run. Outside of Tamil Nadu, the film performed moderately, earning Rs. 6.50 crore in the Telugu states and Rs. 4 crore in Karnataka. The Hindi dubbed version contributed approximately Rs. 2 crore, pushing the film over the Rs. 100 crore mark worldwide.
International Performance
Internationally, Aranmanai 4 performed exceptionally well in Malaysia, grossing MYR 6 million. Singapore also contributed significantly with over SGD 325K in revenue. The film also performed moderately in the Middle East, Europe, and the rest of the world, adding to its overseas earnings.
Territorial Breakdown
The territorial breakdown of Aranmanai 4's box office collections is as follows:
India:
- Tamil Nadu: Rs. 66.50 Cr.n- AP/TS: Rs. 6.50 Cr.n- Karnataka: Rs. 4.00 Cr.n- Rest of India: Rs. 4.00 Cr.
Overseas:
- Malaysia: USD 1,300,000n- Singapore: USD 250,000n- Middle East: USD 225,000n- Europe: USD 225,000n- Rest of World: USD 350,000
Total:
- India: Rs. 81.00 Cr.n- Overseas: Rs. 19.50 Cr.n- Worldwide: Rs. 100.50 Cr.
