Will Vaazha 2 break Lokah Chapter One: Chandra’s box office record in Kerala?
Vaazha 2 continues its impressive box office run, adding Rs. 1.60 crore on its second Wednesday and pushing its total to Rs. 116.75 crore gross in Kerala. The coming-of-age comedy drama is now on track to finish its third week at around Rs. 118 crore, overtaking Thudarum to become the second highest-grossing Malayalam film in the state.
Directed by Savin Da, the film is expected to surpass Lokah Chapter One: Chandra by next weekend, which would make it the highest-grossing Malayalam release in Kerala. With steady momentum and audience interest holding, trade estimates suggest the film could continue its run for a few more weeks, potentially closing around Rs. 140 crore in the state.
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On the global stage, Vaazha 2 has already crossed the Rs. 200 crore milestone and is projected to wrap up its theatrical run at approximately Rs. 250 crore worldwide.
Day-wise Kerala box office performance: (according to media reports)
Day 1: Rs. 5.20 crore
Day 2: Rs. 5.75 crore
Day 3: Rs. 7.25 crore
Day 4: Rs. 8.30 crore
Day 5: Rs. 7.40 crore
Day 6: Rs. 7.30 crore
Day 7: Rs. 7.50 crore
Day 8: Rs. 8.50 crore
Day 9: Rs. 6.75 crore
Day 10: Rs. 7.60 crore
Day 11: Rs. 8.35 crore
Day 12: Rs. 5.50 crore
Day 13: Rs. 5.00 crore
Day 14: Rs. 5.10 crore
Day 15: Rs. 4.25 crore
Day 16: Rs. 3.35 crore
Day 17: Rs. 3.50 crore
Day 18: Rs. 4.40 crore
Day 19: Rs. 2.25 crore
Day 20: Rs. 1.90 crore
Day 21: Rs. 1.60 crore
Total: Rs. 116.75 crore
The film stars Hashir, Alan Bin Siraj, Ajin Joy and Vinayak in lead roles, with a script by Vipin Das. Following its strong performance, a third instalment in the franchise has already been confirmed.
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