Petta box office collection Day 1: Rajinikanth starrer expected to do wonders at the box office. Petta box office collection Day 1: Rajinikanth starrer expected to do wonders at the box office. Rajinikanth starrer Petta released on January 10 and much like other films of the Superstar, it is expected that the film will do wonders at the box office. With Petta, director Karthik Subbaraj is working with Rajinikanth for the first time. The film witnessed a clash with Ajith starrer Viswasam and so the screens in many south states were divided between the two films. This could hamper the box office collection of the film. Film analyst-producer-distributor G Dhananjayan had earlier told indianexpress.com, “Pongal is one of the biggest festivals in the state that brings the family audience to theaters, yielding a good box-office collection, especially in rural areas. In fact, it is an 11-day holiday period (till January 20, Sunday) for most of us.” Notorious piracy website Tamilrockers leaked the film online on the day of its release which caused quite an uproar on social media. Also Read | Rajinikanth starrer Petta leaked online by Tamilrockers Indianexpress.com gave Petta three stars in its review which read, “Petta promises loads of action and fun-filled moments that any ardent fan of the Superstar could ask for. The storyline revolves around the life of a hostel warden, who has an unforgettable past, and how he takes revenge on those involved in killing his family. Rajinikanth is, undoubtedly, back to form with his inimitable style, swag and mannerisms. Only he can pull off a hostel warden that way.” Also Read | Viswasam box office collection Day 1: Ajith film races to make a mark Alongside Rajinikanth, Petta also stars Vijay Sethupathi, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Sasikumar, Simran, Bobby Simha, Sanath, Trisha, Megha Akash, Malavika Mohanan. The film promised to be a throwback to the vintage Rajinikanth and it seems to have delivered on the same.<doc-sep>Rajinikanth is on fire. In 2018, the Superstar had two back-to-back hits with the films Kaala and 2.0. Both the films turned out to be blockbusters but they failed to satisfy Rajinikanth fans, who missed the certain trademark 'Rajini elements' in the two films. Director Karthik Subbaraj has now come up with a full-package for Rajinikanth fans. Petta, the masala entertainer, which released yesterday has become a huge hit for Rajinikanth. The film, on the first day, earned about Rs 1.12 crore from the Chennai box office. It is also dominating the international market of Tamil cinema. #USA BO - Thursday at 6 PM PST:#Petta (Tamil & Telugu) - $133K from 194 locations #Vishwasam - $18K from 71 Locations Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) January 11, 2019 #Petta leads #Viswasam at the #Chennai City Box office on Day 1.. #Petta - 1.12 Crs#Viswasam - 0.88 Crs Both had almost 100% occupancy.. The Bigger auditoriums in the 'Plexes played #Petta on Day 1.. Regular weekdays 4 shows only in city limits.. Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) January 11, 2019 Now, on day 2, this film is still continuing its dream run. In the first week, fans of Superstar will be flocking to the theatres, and the real outcome of the movie will become apparent after one week, according to trade analysts. Trichy City Day1 Gross#Petta 48 Shows 28.5L#Viswasam 45 Shows 17.5L NOTE - All Main Screens Playing #Petta Trichy Films (@TrichyFilms) January 10, 2019 Rajinikanth's Kaala earned Rs 1.44 crore on its second day in Chennai. However, since the day 1 box office of Petta is only around 1.12, it is predicted that on its second the film will rake in around Rs 1 crore. The film is also facing tough competition from Ajith's Viswasa, which has the upper hand in interior parts of Tamil Nadu. ALSO READ| Petta Movie Review: Brilliant Rajinikanth brings Baasha back in Subbaraj film<doc-sep>Rajinikanth starrer Petta has released at the Box Office and the film is receiving a good response. Not only in India, the film is earning huge even internationally. Rajinikanth starrer Petta has released at the box office today and the film is receiving an amazing response from the audience. Directed by Karthik Subbaraj, the film also stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Vijay Sethupathy and Trisha Krishnan among others. The promos and trailers of the film had managed to win the hearts of the audience, and now, going by the reviews, looks like the film has managed to live up to the audiences' expectations. We all know the anticipation among the fans during the release of Thailava's films, and this time it has gone to a new level altogether. A couple actually tied the knot outside a cinema hall to celebrate the release of the film. Now, this is crazy! The video of the couple getting married outside a theatre in Chennai is going viral on social media. Check out the video below: Truly Rajinified! A couple/@rajinikanth fans getting married at Woodlands theatres in Chennai! #PettaParaak pic.twitter.com/keZ8irjINU — Sreshtha Tiwari (@SreshthaTiwari) January 10, 2019 Meanwhile, Petta has hit the screens today along with Thala Ajith starrer Viswasam. Both the films are getting a good response, but it remains to see who wins the box office battle. Rajinikanth's fans are in for a treat as they will get to see the chirpier version of Rajinikanth, who portrays the role of a hostel warden named Kaali. Film trade analyst Sreedhar Pillai took to social media and wrote about the film's massive opening in the USA. He tweeted, "#Petta Opens Big in #USA Pre-sales Of Premiere Shows crosses $250,000. Good going will be the first to touch 1 Million among all South Indian releases." #Petta Opens Big in #USA Pre-sales Of Premiere Shows crosses $250,000. Good going will be the first to touch 1 Million among all South Indian releases. pic.twitter.com/N4ZpDLsbvq — Sreedhar Pillai (@sri50) January 9, 2019 "I grew up idolising Rajinikanth and I've always wanted to see him in a certain way. When I knew I was going to write for Rajini sir, I wanted to show him in the most stylish way and bring back his mannerisms and machismo," Subbaraj told IANS. Credits :Twitter Read More<doc-sep>Rajinikanth's latest offering Petta is yet to catch up with last year's successes Kaala and 2.0. Rajinikanth's Petta is clashing with Ajith's Viswasam in the biggest face-off since Vijay's Jilla clashed with Ajith's Veeram in 2014. This clash might have taken a bite out of each of these movies. Petta was touted to bring back the vintage Rajinikanth back to the screen. Director Karthik Subbaraj has reportedly delivered on the promise. "I wanted to show his style on screen. I wanted to watch it on screen. I was not only a fan but a director too who was watching his idol performing. Every moment was great," Subbaraj had told PTI before the film's release. This strategy seems to have paid in most parts as audiences flocked to the theatres to catch a glimpse of the superstar in the avatar of Kaali. However, the movie could not match up to the opening day collections of 2.0 and Kaala. On the first day of its release, Petta earned Rs 1.12 crore in Chennai. It is expected that Petta will make only Rs 1 crore on Day 2. Kaala, on the other hand, had made Rs 1.44 crore in Chennai on Day 2. Rajinikanth's 2.0 that became one of the biggest movies last year made Rs 20 crore on Day 1 in India. Petta has, however, outperformed Ajith's Viswasam in the overseas box office. Petta made $133k in the US from 194 locations, while Viswasam made $18k from 71 locations. However, both the films have been released just in time for Pongal/Sankranthi holidays. While the initial collections may be decent at best, both the movies have scope of earning the big bucks in the upcoming holidays. "Pongal is one of the biggest festivals in the state that brings the family audience to theaters, yielding a good box-office collection, especially in rural areas. In fact, it is an 11-day holiday period (till January 20, Sunday) for most of us," said film analyst G Dhananjayan to indianexpress.com. Petta stars Rajinikanth, Vijay Sethupathi, Simran, Trisha, M Sasikumar and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. While the film had only released a day ago, piracy site TamilRockers has leaked the entire film online. (Edited by Anwesha Madhukalya) Also read: The Accidental Prime Minister Review: Anupam Kher caricatures Manmohan Singh in this one-sided attack on the Gandhi family Also read: Tamilrockers leak Rajini-starrer Petta online in full, available for download in HD<doc-sep>
The much-awaited film of 2019 is out. Petta is trademark Rajinikanth film that has opened to a great response across the world. Directed by Karthik Subbaraj, the film has been released in around 600 screens in Tamil Nadu and is getting rave response from the audience and the critics. The film has also set the box office on fire in the US. According to trade analyst Ramesh Bala the film has minted about $502K dollar at the US box office alone. Rajinikanth's Kaala, which got released in June raked in about Rs 1.76 crore at the box office. On the other hand, 2.0 collected Rs 20 crore (Hindi version) on the opening day. Going by the initial response, Petta is expected to created records like Kaala. #Petta crosses $500K at the #USA Box office.. Premiere As of 8:30 PM PST, it has grossed $502K Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) January 10, 2019 This is the second film of Rajinikanth in a matter of two months. Though 2.0 turned out to be a huge hit, the film lacked the typical traits of a Rajinikanth's film. Karthik Subbaraj, who is a fan himself, has paid tribute to the 'Vintage Rajinikanth' in the film. The film is facing tough competition from Ajith's Viswasam, which has been directed by Siruthai Siva. Viswasam is lauded as a perfect family entertainer. In the first few days, fans of both the stars will flock to the theatres, and the real outcome of the box office clash will get clear in the coming days. Also starring Trish, Simran and Vijay Sethupathi, Petta has music by Anirudh Ravichander. ALSO READ| Petta Movie Review: Brilliant Rajinikanth brings Baasha back in Subbaraj film