RJ Balaji’s Tamil prison drama Sorgavaasal had a lot riding on it when it hit theatres on November 29, 2024. Despite receiving fairly positive reviews from critics and audiences, the film struggled to create an impact at the box office. Here’s a detailed look at the movie’s box office journey and closing collection.
Sorgavaasal Box Office Collection: Final Numbers
The movie’s reported production budget of over ₹15 crore was greatly exceeded by its final India net revenue of ₹5.50 crore. Because of this, the RJ Balaji film is a huge box office bust.
Day-wise Decline
- The film never gained traction after launching with a meagre ₹90 lakhs on the first day (due to Cyclone Fengal).
- There was little chance for recovery as its daily collection fell to just ₹1 lakh by the eighteenth day.
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Box Office Competition
The film’s struggles were compounded by its clash with high-profile releases such as:
- Amaran
- Lucky Baskhar
- KA
Sorgavaasal’s box office prospects were further ruined when Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2 swept away any residual foot traffic.
About the Film
- Cast: RJ Balaji, Selvaraghavan, Karunas, Natty Subramaniam
- Director: Sidharth Vishwanath
- Music: Christo Xavier
Alongside an ensemble cast, RJ Balaji gives a powerful performance in the film, which centres on the grim reality of jail life.
Sorgavaasal OTT Release
Sorgavaasal will be available for streaming on Netflix beginning December 27, 2024, for those who were unable to see it in theatres. The digital distribution of the movie may provide audiences another opportunity to enjoy its plot and performers.
Final Thought
Despite its failure at the box office, Sorgavaasal may be able to reach a wider audience because to its availability on OTT platforms. The film nonetheless provides an interesting jail drama experience, and RJ Balaji and the team deserve praise for their efforts despite the box office setback.
Note: Box office figures are approximate and based on various sources.