Madharaasi Movie First Week Box Office Collection Report: Sivakarthikeyan’s Action Thriller Holds Steady Despite Mixed Reviews

 

Chennai, September 12, 2025 – The much-anticipated Tamil action thriller Madharaasi, starring Sivakarthikeyan and directed by A.R. Murugadoss, hit theaters on September 5, 2025, amidst significant buzz due to the duo’s first collaboration. Despite competing with major releases like Baaghi 4, The Bengal Files, and The Conjuring: Last Rites, the film has posted a respectable performance at the box office in its first week. Here’s a detailed breakdown of Madharaasi’s first-week collections, based on the latest available data.First Week Box Office BreakdownMadharaasi opened strongly, capitalizing on Sivakarthikeyan’s fanbase and the hype surrounding A.R. Murugadoss’s return to Tamil cinema. However, mixed reviews and a lack of positive word-of-mouth in certain regions, particularly Telugu states, impacted its momentum. Below is the day-wise and region-wise collection report for the first week:Day-Wise Domestic Net Collections (India):

• Day 1 (September 5, Friday): ₹13.65 crore
  • Tamil: ₹12 crore
  • Telugu: ₹1.55 crore
  • Hindi: ₹0.1 crore
• Day 2 (September 6, Saturday): ₹12.1 crore
  • Tamil: ₹10.9 crore
  • Telugu: ₹1.1 crore
  • Hindi: ₹0.1 crore
• Day 3 (September 7, Sunday): ₹10.65 crore
  • Tamil: ₹9.5 crore
  • Telugu: ₹1 crore
  • Hindi: ₹0.15 crore
• Day 4 (September 8, Monday): ₹1.4 crore (partial data until 5 PM, as per Sacnilk)
• Days 5–7 (September 9–11, estimated): ₹5–7 crore (based on declining weekday trends and industry estimates)

Total Domestic Net Collection (First Week): Approximately ₹37.8–40 croreRegion-Wise Gross Collections (First Weekend):

• Tamil Nadu: ₹35 crore
• Telugu States (Andhra Pradesh/Telangana): ₹3.7 crore
• Karnataka: ₹3.75 crore
• Kerala: ₹1.5 crore
• Rest of India (ROI): ₹0.7 crore
• Total All India Gross (First Weekend): ₹44.5 crore
• Overseas Gross (First Weekend): ₹17.5 crore
• Worldwide Gross (First Weekend): ₹62 crore

Worldwide Gross (First Week):By the end of the first week, Madharaasi amassed a worldwide gross of approximately ₹70–75 crore, with overseas collections contributing around ₹20.25 crore for the first three days, as reported by Sacnilk. The film’s performance in Tamil Nadu was robust, with a 62.22% occupancy rate on Day 1 and 56.03% on Day 3, particularly during afternoon (66.36%) and evening (64.67%) shows. However, the Telugu and Hindi versions underperformed, with occupancies of 23.81% and 4.73% respectively on the opening day.Performance AnalysisMadharaasi started with a bang, recording “house full” shows in major Tamil Nadu cities like Chennai, Madurai, Coimbatore, and Trichy on its opening day. The film’s action-packed first half and Sivakarthikeyan’s performance, coupled with Anirudh Ravichander’s chart-topping music, were highlights praised by fans. However, mixed reviews, with some criticizing the second half, led to a dip in collections after the opening day—a 11.36% drop on Day 2 and a further 11.98% on Day 3.The film faced stiff competition from Coolie (₹151.9 crore gross worldwide on Day 1) and The Conjuring: Last Rites (₹18 crore in India on Day 1), which limited its growth in non-Tamil markets. To achieve a “hit” status, Madharaasi needs to reach a worldwide gross of ₹150 crore, requiring strong weekday performance in the second week.Market Insights and ExpectationsTrade analysts note that Madharaasi’s performance in Tamil Nadu, where it earned ₹24.15 crore gross in the first three days, underscores Sivakarthikeyan’s star power. However, its underwhelming performance in Telugu states (₹2.9 crore gross) and minimal traction in Hindi markets (₹0.1 crore on Day 1) highlight the film’s regional appeal. The overseas market, particularly in the USA, saw a modest advance booking of $40,000, indicating limited international pull compared to Sivakarthikeyan’s previous blockbuster, Amaran.Looking ahead, the film’s ability to sustain collections during weekdays will be crucial. Positive word-of-mouth and repeat viewership in Tamil Nadu could push its domestic net past ₹50 crore by the end of the second week, but it faces an uphill battle to reach the ₹150 crore gross benchmark.Cast and CrewDirected by A.R. Murugadoss, Madharaasi stars Sivakarthikeyan, Rukmini Vasanth, Vidyut Jammwal, Biju Menon, and others, with music by Anirudh Ravichander. The film’s high-octane action sequences and emotional narrative have been focal points of discussion among audiences.ConclusionWhile Madharaasi has secured a solid start, its first-week performance reflects a mixed bag of strong regional success and challenges in broader markets. With a worldwide gross of ₹70–75 crore, the film is a testament to Sivakarthikeyan’s draw but needs sustained momentum to achieve blockbuster status.