The Greatest of All Time Box Office Collection Day 2: The Goat, an action-packed thriller directed by Venkat Prabhu and starring Thalapathy Vijay and Prabhudheva, opened to a massive reception. Vijay’s star power ensured a record-breaking first day at the box office, with the film collecting over 50 crores on Day 1. Despite limited promotion, especially in North India, the film continued its impressive performance into Day 2.
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No promotion in North India
The film was released in multiple languages, including Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, Telugu, and Kannada, it faced a promotional deficit in North India. Leading multiplex chains, including PVR and Cinepolis, did not screen the film. However, Vijay’s name alone drew audiences, especially in the South, where The Goat enjoyed significant collections despite weather disruptions in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Hindi Market Performance
Despite limited awareness, The Goat garnered ₹1.85 crore in Hindi on its opening day, with the collection slightly decreasing to ₹1.60 crore on Day 2. This brings the two-day Hindi net total to ₹3.45 crore. The film is expected to witness a surge in the coming days, particularly over the weekend.
Pan-India Collection
In its first two days, The Goat amassed ₹ 55.79 crore net across all five languages on Day 1. Though the second day saw a 50-55% drop, the film still pulled in significant numbers, with its two-day India net standing at ₹73.80 crore and a gross total of ₹87.90 crore.
The Goat Box Office Collection Day 2
| Day | Week | India Net Collection | Tamil | Hindi | Telegu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1st-Thursday | ₹ 43 Cr | 38.3 Cr | 1.7 Cr | 3 Cr |
| 2 | 1st Friday | ₹ 11.79 Cr | – | – | – |
| Total | ₹ 55.79 Cr |
Overseas Performance
Internationally, The Goat also performed well, collecting ₹65.35 crore in two days. This brings the worldwide two-day total box office collection to a staggering ₹151.25 crore. Given the film’s strong opening and upcoming weekend boost, the total first-week collection is anticipated to exceed ₹340 crore.
The Goat is expected to witness a major jump in collections with the weekend approaching. If the momentum continues, the film will likely surpass ₹300 crores in its first week, solidifying Thalapathy Vijay’s status as a superstar who consistently delivers box-office hits.
Potential Growth
As The Goat heads into its third and fourth days (Saturday and Sunday), the box office collections are anticipated to rise significantly. Historically, Vijay’s films experience a major surge over the weekend, especially when they open on weekdays without holidays. Despite the initial lack of promotion in the North, the positive word of mouth and Vijay’s massive fan following are expected to drive footfall in the coming days. This, coupled with the film’s multi-language release, will contribute to a steady increase in revenue.
The Importance of Thalapathy Vijay’s Stardom
Thalapathy Vijay’s appeal outperforms regional boundaries, making him one of the few South Indian actors whose films find strong pan-Indian traction. The Goat is a prime example of his ability to draw audiences to theatres purely based on his star power. Vijay’s name brought in crowds even in markets with minimal promotion, liVijay’sHindi-speaking regions. His films are known to perform exceptionally well even without the heavy marketing efforts that Bollywood superstars typically rely on.
Comparisons with Bollywood Stars
Vijay’s box office performance often contrasts with Bollywood superstars, who struggle to cross ₹50 crore on their first day without a festival release. However, the Goat comfortably crossed ₹100 crore worldwide within two days, proving that base and stardom are different. This reflects a growing trend where South Indian cinema, led by actors like Vijay, Rajinikanth, and Yash, dominates the Indian box office while Bollywood stars face increasing competition.
Impact on the Film Industry
The success of The Goat signals a significant transformation within the Indian film industry. The traditional boundaries between regional and national cinema are blurring, with Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam films making waves across the country. Thalapathy Vijay is at the forefront of this movement, pushing the envelope with each new release. The performance of The Goat will likely influence future strategies for film marketing and distribution, particularly in North India, where promotion is often lacking for South Indian films.
Box Office Expectations for the First Week
Given the revolution, The Goat will cross ₹300 crores in its first week. With strong performances in both domestic and overseas markets, the film could potentially exceed even the most optimistic projections. Should the trend continue, it may emerge as one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of the year, further cementing Thalapathy VVijay’slegacy as a box-office powerhouse.
The Goat has lived up to expectations and surpassed them in key markets. With a solid story, strong performances, and Vijay’s undeniable charisma, the film is set for a successful box office run, possibly breaking more records in the coming days. Fans of Thalapathy Vijay and general moviegoers can expect The Goat to remain a dominant force at the box office for weeks to come.