Rajkumar Periasamy's directorial venture, Amaran, has made a stunning debut, surpassing initial expectations and setting new benchmarks in Tamil cinema. The biographical action-war film, co-produced by Raaj Kamal Films International and Sony Pictures Films India, stars Sivakarthikeyan as Major Mukund Varadarajan, alongside Sai Pallavi, Bhuvan Arora, and Rahul Bose.
Amaran garnered an impressive ₹17 crore from Tamil Nadu alone and achieved a worldwide gross exceeding ₹35 crore on its opening day, October 31, 2024, coinciding with Diwali celebrations. This remarkable performance reflects the film's widespread appeal, with strong ticket sales across every territory, including Telugu states and Kerala.
Industry trackers report that Amaran has secured the third-highest opening day collection in Tamil Nadu, surpassing Kamal Haasan's Indian 2. Only Vijay's GOAT and Rajinikanth's Vettaiyan have outperformed it. Analysts predict that Amaran may cross the ₹100 crore gross mark by the end of its first week or even within its opening weekend, challenging traditional notions about Diwali being a less lucrative weekend for Tamil and Telugu films.
As Amaran continues to gain traction through positive word-of-mouth, its success paves the way for it to secure a position among the top ten openers in Tamil cinema for 2024. The film's gripping narrative, based on the life of Ashok Chakra recipient Major Mukund, has resonated with audiences, ensuring a strong box office performance.