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Time of India
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Thug Life Full Movie Collection: 'Thug Life' Box Office collection day 7: Kamal Haasan starrer earns Rs 1.25 crore; crosses Rs 42 crore mark
The legendary and director reunited after 37 years since Nayakan for their much-awaited film 'Thug Life', which raised expectations among fans. Starring Silambarasan TR, , Abhirami, and others, the film created quite a buzz and opened strong on 5 June 2025. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now But after the weekend, its box office numbers began to drop sharply. By Day 7 (Wednesday), the gangster drama showed little growth in collections. Day 7 After opening with a strong Rs 15.5 crore, Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life' is now seeing a slowdown. Despite hopes of a boost over the weekend, the film's earnings continued to dip. It made Rs 2.3 crore on Monday and Rs 1.8 crore on Tuesday. As per early estimates by Sacnilk, the film earned only Rs 1.25 crore on Wednesday (Day 7), taking the total box office collection to Rs 42.25 crore. Competition The slight rise in earnings shows Thug Life still has some hope to bounce back. However, the coming days are crucial, as big releases like 'Housefull 5' are performing well, especially in Hindi-speaking regions. Star-Studded Cast in Thug Life Directed by Mani Ratnam and produced by Kamal Haasan, who also plays the lead, 'Thug Life' boasts a power-packed ensemble cast. The film stars Trisha Krishnan, Silambarasan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Abhirami, Ashok Selvan, Joju George, Ali Fazal, Nassar, and Rohit Saraf in important roles. The Plot 'Thug Life' tells the story of Rangaraya Sakthivel, an ageing gangster who sets out on a revenge mission against those who betrayed him — including his own brother, former allies, and a man named Amar. As his need for vengeance grows stronger, the film dives into themes of betrayal, power games, and shifting moral boundaries. One of the most talked-about elements is Sakthivel's extramarital affair with Indrani (played by Trisha Krishnan), a famous social media influencer. Thug Life | Song - Vinveli Nayaga (Lyrical)
India Today
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
How Kamal Haasan's Thug Life failed its women: Trisha, Abhirami, Aishwarya Lekshmi
Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life' excited fans for more than one reason. Perhaps the biggest was the reunion of Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan, 38 years after their iconic 'Nayakan'. The second biggest was the ensemble star cast, including Silambarasan, Trisha Krishnan, Abhirami, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Joju George and 'Thug Life' released in theatres on June 5, it opened to a lukewarm response. While the critics and audiences called the filmmaker and Haasan out for its haphazard story, the biggest injustice of all was meted out to the women in the film. The man who has crafted some powerful female characters over the years let his fans down big with 'Thug Life'.advertisementBefore delving deep into the women of 'Thug Life', let us have a look at how Mani Ratnam shaped his female characters over the years. While Divya from the 1986 film 'Mouna Ragam' was a young woman dealing with an arranged marriage and a traumatic past, Shaila Banu in the 1995 film 'Bombay' was a strong-willed mother of twin boys navigating their displacement during communal riots. In the 1987 film 'Nayakan', Meera was a woman rescued by Sakthivel from a brothel. Shakthi from 'Alaipayuthey', Roja from 'Roja', Moina from 'Dil Se', Sujata Desai from 'Guru', Tara Kalingarayar from 'Oh Kadhal Kanmani' and Leela Abraham from 'Kaatru Veliyidai' - all these are strong-willed, powerful representation of women who have an agency and is where 'Thug Life' felt like a major letdown, especially for Mani Ratnam's fans. There are three important women characters in the film, played by Abhirami, Trisha Krishnan and Aishwarya played the role of Jeeva, wife of Kamal Haasan's Rangaraya Sakthivel, a role that becomes the centre of the universe for the protagonist in the second half. Abhirami is shown as a strong-willed woman who stands by her gangster-husband through shoot-outs, police encounters and prison a scene, Sakthivel gets released from prison after two long years. But, he goes straight to Indrani's (Trisha Krishnan) house to spend a week with her, before getting back to Jeeva. When Jeeva questions him, Sakthivel justifies the act of infidelity by calling it a disorder. He also says that even though he seeks Indrani, his heart lies with her. Sadly enough, Jeeva forgives him. While there are women like Jeeva in this world, it is a gross injustice to reduce Abhirami's character just to this - a second fiddle in her own husband's life, and someone who is not protesting enough either - a weak, subdued role, quite anti-Ratnam. In the second half, her character is used as a pawn to evoke emotional attachment to the Sakthivel. Jeeva then loses her memory in an accident and forgets Sakthivel. But after Sakthivel's transformation, he suddenly turns faithful and takes care of her - a trope that simply shows how Jeeva is simply at the mercy of her husband. Abhirami's character needed a much more rounded arc to add more gravitas to the story. Trisha Krishnan's Indrani in 'Thug Life' Indrani, while a complex character, is much like 'Nayakan's' Meera. She is also rescued from a job that requires her to please men. While Indrani had a lot of scope, she is tossed between two men, Sakthivel and Silambarasan's Amar. She is rescued by Sakthivel, becomes his paramour and then Amar's - another woman at the mercy of a man who looks at her at best as a romantic relief. If you take away Indrani's character from 'Thug Life', there would be no change to the story. Indrani could have been much more. That's what was projected in the pre-release interviews and in the trailer too. None of it could come face-to-face in the film, only character that got a decent arc is Aishwarya Lekshmi's Chandra. She has an introduction, a twist and a proper closure as well. But enough for a Mani Ratnam film? Absolutely not. Her character, who has all the parameters to be the emotional anchor of 'Thug Life' gets re-introduced half-way, goes missing, only to have her closure in the climax. The film, which could have easily been about Sakthivel's promise to Amar involving Chandra, eventually making it an emotional gangster story that Mani Ratnam promised - ends up being a combination of too many wrongs. Aishwarya Lekshmi and Mani Ratnam on 'Thug Life' sets. (Photo credit: Instagram/aishu_) advertisementToo many subplots and more emphasis on men paved the way (or the lack of it) for these women to get buried in chaos. On and off the screen.'Thug Life' truly failed its women. Mani Ratnam built his reputation on crafting women who were complete individuals - complex, driven, and essential to their stories. 'Thug Life' represents a disappointing departure from this legacy, while we sincerely hope it will only be a wrong film reduces three talented women to tired tropes: the forgiving wife, the object of desire, and the underutilised emotional anchor. For a filmmaker who gifted fans memorable women characters, 'Thug Life' feels like a massive step backward - a betrayal of his legacy and his audience's Reel
Hans India
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘Vishwada Nayaka' ‘Thug Life' unveiled with powerful impact
Universal Hero Kamal Haasan and master filmmaker Mani Ratnam's much-anticipated gangster action drama Thug Life is all set to hit the big screens on June 5. Featuring a stellar ensemble cast including Silambarasan (Simbu), Ashok Selvan, Trisha Krishnan, and Abhirami, the film boasts music by Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman. After impressing audiences with three previously released tracks, the makers have now unveiled the fourth single, Vishwada Nayaka. The song gives a gripping portrayal of Kamal Haasan's enigmatic character, enriched by Rahman's grand orchestration and impactful musical arrangement. Lyricist Anantha Sriram's poignant verses beautifully explore the essence of Kamal Haasan's character, along with key female leads Trisha and Abhirami. Adding a contemporary touch, Prashanth Venkat's energetic rap verse is a standout, while vocals by Alexandra Joy carry the emotional weight of the song. AR Amin's vibrant rap elevates the energy even further. Visually, the track is a treat, showcasing Kamal in multiple striking avatars that underline the film's grandeur. Thug Life is jointly produced by Raj Kamal Films International, Madras Talkies, and Red Giant Movies. The Telugu version is being released in a grand manner by Shreshth Movies and Sudhakar Reddy. With its music creating a strong buzz and Kamal's charismatic screen presence, the anticipation for Thug Life is reaching new heights.
News18
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Thug Life Actress Abhirami's Stunning Ethnic Looks
Last Updated: Abhirami will be seen alongside Kamal Hassan in Mani Ratnam's Thug Life. South Diva Abhirami will be seen alongside veteran actor Kamal Hassan in Mani Ratnam's Thug Life, releasing on June 5. As we wait to see the actress on screen, here's a glimpse of the actress' stunning ethnic looks. 1/6
Pink Villa
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
'It is a three-second kiss': Abhirami breaks silence on viral scene with Kamal Haasan in Thug Life
Thug Life is one of the most highly anticipated Tamil films, just days away from its theatrical release. Ahead of the movie's grand premiere, the makers unveiled its trailer. While fans were impressed, a section of netizens expressed displeasure over a kissing scene between Kamal Haasan and Abhirami. The scene sparked a debate on social media regarding the age gap they share. In response, the actress has stepped forward to address the controversy. Abhirami opens up about her viral scene with Kamal Haasan In an interview with Hindustan Times, Abhirami began by acknowledging that it's hard to avoid public criticism these days, noting that controversies are bound to happen no matter what. She added that it wasn't her place to question director Mani Ratnam's vision or casting choices. Addressing the much-discussed kissing scene, she clarified that it lasts only a few seconds. Abhirami said, 'The kissing scene is a three-second kiss! The fact that only that was shown in the trailer is a little misleading. When you watch the movie, the scene, and what leads up to the kiss, you won't even flinch—it fits so well into the narrative. The fact that it's being talked about this much, I feel, is a little unnecessary.' She acknowledged that the marketing team likely highlighted the scene for promotional reasons, noting that such strategies are common in the industry. However, the actress urged people to watch the film before making assumptions. Abhirami shares why netizens reacted so strongly to the kissing scene During the same interview, Abhirami said she wasn't entirely sure why the scene drew so much attention. She suggested it might be because Kamal Haasan has a history of boldly exploring intimate themes in his films. The Thug Life actress pointed out how tastefully he had portrayed such moments in Hey Ram. Abhirami described Kamal Haasan as a fearless storyteller. According to her, whenever he takes on bold subjects, it often sparks public discussion. She noted that it's not unusual for actors or actresses to do kissing scenes, but when someone as prominent as Kamal Haasan does it, people tend to take notice. Abhirami concluded by saying that onscreen intimacy is quite common now, and she believes the audience will become more accepting of it over time. Coming to Thug Life, the movie is set to hit the big screens on June 5, 2025. It will also feature Trisha and Silambarasan TR in prominent roles.
