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Siva’s Kanguva Launches with a Budget of Rs 300 Crores, Starring Suriya, Bobby Deol, and Disha Patani
Kanguva made an impressive debut at the box office, garnering Rs 22 crores on its opening day.
The release of two high-profile films, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again, on November 1, has set a competitive stage at the box office. Both films have maintained strong performances despite being in theaters for some time. Against this backdrop, the eagerly awaited Kanguva, featuring South Indian cinema’s leading man Suriya alongside Bobby Deol and Disha Patani, premiered on November 14 to much fanfare.
Speculation about Kanguva’s potential success compared to Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again had been rampant for months, creating buzz among movie enthusiasts. The results of this eagerly anticipated face-off became clear following Kanguva’s release. Here’s a look at how the film fared on its opening day.
Kanguva’s Opening Day Performance
Suriya’s new venture faced intense competition from the likes of Karthik Aaryan’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Ajay Devgn’s Singham Again. Nevertheless, Kanguva’s opening day earnings have shown resilience amid this formidable competition. Reports indicate the film collected Rs 22 crores on its first day. Specifically, it raked in approximately Rs 13.65 crores from Tamil Nadu, while its performance in the Hindi-speaking market was less robust, with only Rs 3.25 crores reported.
Early estimates reveal a mixed reception for Kanguva across various regions. In Karnataka, the film’s earnings amounted to just Rs 2 lakhs, while it brought in Rs 8 lakhs in Kerala on its opening day. Audience reactions were generally positive following advance show screenings, with praise directed towards the film’s visual appeal and excitement. However, as critics reviewed the film, they highlighted notable drawbacks including a lackluster plot and performance issues that may have dampened the film’s overall impact.
Helmed by director Siva, Kanguva boasts a significant budget of Rs 300 crores and features a prominent cast that includes Bobby Deol, Disha Patani, and Prakash Raj alongside Suriya. The film is strategically released in five languages—Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam—to capture a broad audience base.
Prior to Kanguva, Bobby Deol made a notable return to the silver screen with his villainous portrayal in Animal, sharing the screen with Ranbir Kapoor. His performance received acclaim for overshadowing his co-star, setting high expectations for his role in Kanguva as he embraces another negative character destined to leave a lasting impression on viewers.
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