
Vijay's much-anticipated film 'Jana Nayagan' is on the verge of crossing the Rs 250 crore mark globally on its sixth day of release. Trade analysts confirm the movie has already grossed over Rs 150 crore in India alone, with a strong opening weekend propelling the numbers.
The film, touted as Vijay's farewell project before his anticipated entry into politics, has drawn massive crowds across Tamil Nadu and other southern states. Despite a typical weekday slowdown, collections have remained robust.
According to early estimates, 'Jana Nayagan' added approximately Rs 15-18 crore on its sixth day in India. While this is a dip from the weekend peak of over Rs 40 crore per day, the drop is within expected ranges for a mass-market Tamil film.
Overseas markets, including the US, UK, and Gulf nations, have contributed significantly. The film's global tally is expected to touch Rs 250 crore by the end of day 6, making it one of the fastest Tamil films to reach that benchmark.
Critics have pointed out that the film's visual effects, reportedly made on a budget of Rs 500 crore, have been undermined by cheap AI-generated imagery. Several reviews noted that the VFX quality does not match the scale of the production.
However, Vijay's fan base has largely ignored these critiques. Social media trends show widespread celebration of the actor's performance and the film's emotional climax, which is seen as a fitting send-off to his acting career.
In Chennai, multiple multiplexes reported disruptions when parents brought young children to 'A' (Adults Only) certified screenings. The film's violent sequences and mature themes had earned it an 'A' certificate from the CBFC, but many families ignored the rating.
Cinema owners have appealed to the public to adhere to certification guidelines. Some theatres have increased security checks to prevent minors from entering adult screenings. Officials have not yet confirmed any penalties for the violations.
Industry experts predict 'Jana Nayagan' will maintain strong collections until the upcoming weekend, when it faces competition from a major Bollywood release. The film's long-term performance will depend on word-of-mouth in non-Tamil markets.
All eyes are now on whether the film can cross the Rs 500 crore global mark, a target that would cement its place as one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of all time.