Vettaiyan Box Office Collection Day 9: Rajinikanth-Amitabh Bachchan’s Movie Slows Down

Vettaiyan Box Office Struggles in Second Weekend

Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan has faced a significant decline in box office collections during its second weekend. Despite a strong opening, the film has struggled to maintain momentum.

Domestic Box Office Figures

As of the ninth day, Vettaiyan has grossed approximately ₹124.80 crore domestically. The film experienced a steep drop in ticket sales during the weekdays, with a 74.89% decline on Monday.

Vettaiyan Box Office: Second Weekend Performance

On Friday, October 18, the Tamil version of Vettaiyan had an overall occupancy of 17.15%. The Hindi version, Vettaiyan The Hunter, had a lower occupancy of 7.38%.

Prequel in the Works

Despite the box office challenges, the makers of Vettaiyan are considering a prequel to the film. Director TJ Gnanavel expressed his interest in exploring the topic of police encounter killings further. He aims to delve into the backstory of the character Athiyan.

Streaming Rights Acquired

Prime Video has acquired the digital rights to Vettaiyan for ₹90 crore. The streaming release date will be announced after the film’s box office performance stabilizes.

Conclusion

Vettaiyan has faced a decline in box office collections during its second weekend. While the film has garnered critical acclaim, its commercial performance has been mixed. The makers’ plans for a prequel and the upcoming streaming release could potentially extend its reach and impact.

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