Pongal Release Delivers Strong Returns with 100% ROI in Just 10 Days
Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil Collection: Actor Jiiva’s latest political satire ‘Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil’ has emerged as the first certified hit of Tamil cinema in 2026. Released during the competitive Pongal festival season on January 15, the mid-budget entertainer has achieved remarkable commercial success, crossing the ₹29 crore mark worldwide within its first 10 days.
Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil Collection
The film, made on a modest budget of ₹10 crore, has already delivered over 100% return on investment, making it one of the most profitable Tamil releases of the year so far. The domestic net collections stand at approximately ₹23-25 crore, while the India gross has reached ₹27.10 crore. International markets contributed an additional ₹2.80 crore to the film’s impressive tally.
Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil Day-Wise Collection
| Day | Date | Collection (₹ Crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Jan 15 (Thu) | 1.50 – 1.73 |
| Day 2 | Jan 16 (Fri) | 2.90 – 3.45 |
| Day 3 | Jan 17 (Sat) | 5.30 – 6.25 |
| Day 4 | Jan 18 (Sun) | 5.15 – 6.10 |
| Day 5 | Jan 19 (Mon) | 1.65 – 1.90 |
| Day 6 | Jan 20 (Tue) | 1.25 – 1.45 |
| Day 7 | Jan 21 (Wed) | 1.05 – 1.10 |
| Day 8 | Jan 22 (Thu) | 0.83 – 0.95 |
| Day 9 | Jan 23 (Fri) | 1.09 |
| Day 10 | Jan 24 (Sat) | 2.13 (Est.) |
| Total | 10 Days | ₹23-25 Crore |
What’s Driving the Success?
The film’s strong performance can be attributed to positive audience reception, particularly among family viewers who have embraced its blend of humor and political commentary. Opening day collections nearly tripled by the first weekend, demonstrating powerful word-of-mouth momentum. The second weekend is showing similar upward trends, with Day 10 collections doubling from the previous Friday.
Tamil Nadu remains the primary revenue driver, with major contributions from Chennai, Madurai, and Coimbatore circuits. Trade analysts predict the film will comfortably cross the ₹35 crore worldwide milestone if current trends continue through the second week.
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