South superstar Suriya is back with a bang in Kanguva, and early reports suggest the film is off to an electrifying start. Released today, November 14, this period drama directed by Shiva has already secured impressive advance sales, with pre-sales alone hitting Rs 6.20 crore in Tamil Nadu. Anticipation is high, and Day 1 earnings are projected to be between Rs 13-15 crore in Tamil Nadu, with a pan-India collection expected around Rs 20 crore.
The advance bookings for Kanguva are remarkable, making it the fifth-highest advance sales for a Tamil film in 2024, just behind hits like The Goat, Vettaiyan, Amaran, and Indian 2. The film has already amassed a nationwide pre-sale figure of Rs 12.50 crore, showing strong enthusiasm in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, though Karnataka and North India have been slightly slower.
Internationally, Kanguva raked in an additional US$ 675K, boosting its global advance booking figures to Rs 18 crore and setting the stage for a worldwide opening around Rs 30 crore. This would make it the strongest opening in Suriya’s career to date.
Kanguva has not only captivated audiences domestically but also generated buzz in overseas markets, reaching a weekend pre-sale of Rs 26.50 crore worldwide. With initial public response expected to drive further bookings, all eyes are now on the film’s word-of-mouth momentum. If it wins over audiences, Kanguva is on track for a record-breaking run, cementing Suriya’s triumphant return to the silver screen.