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Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Good Bad Ugly' lifetime box office collection: Ajith Kumar's film fails to break even despite Rs 212 crore worldwide
's much-hyped film ' Good Bad Ugly ', has wrapped up its theatrical run with a reported worldwide gross of ₹212 crores. Despite the impressive number on paper, the film has ultimately turned out to be a commercial disappointment, incurring a significant loss estimated at ₹66 crores. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This marks one of the biggest deficits in recent big-budget Tamil cinema, raising questions about overestimated figures and inflated success claims. Box office figures in Tamil Nadu spark controversy In Tamil Nadu, the film opened across 540 theatres and reportedly made an early impact by grossing ₹28.5 crores in its opening phase, although the makers initially claimed ₹30.9 crores, as per Valai Pechu. This sparked discussions about box office exaggeration, especially since the inflated numbers seemed aimed at portraying the film as outperforming other recent releases, particularly Vijay's competing project. However, a closer review of distributor and theatre data confirmed that 'Good Bad Ugly' fell short of the officially claimed mark by around ₹2.4 crores in Tamil Nadu alone. Strong opening week momentum faded as collections dropped The film's momentum appeared strong in its first five days, collecting an estimated Rs 99.5 crores, marginally below the projected Rs 100.5 crores. During its first full week, it amassed ₹113.6 crores, followed by a two-week total of Rs 172.5 crores. However, the collections began to dip sharply in the third week, with the 24-day tally standing at ₹146.5 crores. Despite the early buzz and fan frenzy, the film's extended run couldn't sustain the initial pace. Despite high global gross, mounting production costs leave the film in the red By the end of its theatrical run, 'Good Bad Ugly' had managed to gross ₹212 crores globally, and the film ended its theatrical run with new releases. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now However, due to the film's massive production and distribution costs, the final profit and loss calculation revealed a significant shortfall. With a staggering Rs 66 crore loss, the film serves as a reminder that big openings alone don't guarantee success without strong word-of-mouth and consistent audience turnout.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lokesh Kanagaraj is set to make his debut as a hero in Arun Matheswaran's directorial
After carving a name for himself as a director with massive hits like 'Kaithi,' 'Master,' 'Vikram,' and 'Leo,' Lokesh Kanagaraj is all set to take on a new challenge acting. The acclaimed filmmaker, known for his gripping narratives and stylish direction, is reportedly gearing up to star in an upcoming film directed by Arun Matheswaran, who is best known for his work on 'Captain Miller' with Dhanush. Operation Sindoor Three explosions rock Lahore, flight ops temporarily halted Before & after: Satellite images show damage to terror camps in Pak after Op Sindoor Operation Sindoor: 'India is going to ...', says Donald Trump's close ally Laura Loomer in viral post on Twitter While the exact details of the project remain under wraps, this marks an exciting new chapter in Lokesh Kanagaraj's career. Arun Matheswaran's project with Lokesh Kanagaraj could mark director's first lead role Reports from Valai Pechu suggest that this collaboration between Lokesh and Arun Matheswaran is likely to be Lokesh Kanagaraj's debut as a leading actor. Arun Matheswaran, who was initially slated to direct the highly anticipated Ilaiyaraaja biopic, is said to have shifted his focus to this new project. Though no official confirmation has been made by Lokesh Kanagaraj or the makers, the buzz surrounding this venture is growing, and fans are eagerly awaiting an official announcement. Lokesh Kanagaraj's onscreen appearances so far by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Cost Of Amusement Park Equipment From Mexico Might Surprise You (See The Prices) Amusement Park Equipment | search ads Learn More Undo Lokesh Kanagaraj is no stranger to the screen, having made brief appearances in his own films and music videos. His cameo in 'Master' alongside Thalapathy Vijay was a highlight for fans, and he also featured in the music video for 'Inimel,' a song penned by Kamal Haasan . While his acting skills remain largely unexplored, this new film will give fans a chance to see him in a more prominent role. Lokesh Kanagaraj prepares for the release of Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' On the directorial front, Lokesh Kanagaraj is busy preparing for the release of 'Coolie', his action-packed film starring Rajinikanth. The film, which also features Nagarjuna, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, and a star-studded cast, is set to hit theaters on August 14, 2025. This will be a major clash with 'War 2', starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, adding further excitement to the year's big releases.
