Good Bad Ugly Box Office Collection: Ajith Kumar’s Action Drama Crosses ₹200 Crore Worldwide Despite Drop on Day 9
Ajith Kumar’s Good Bad Ugly becomes the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2025 with over ₹200 crore in global earnings, though day 9 saw a moderate decline in collections.
Key Highlights:
Good Bad Ugly Box Office Collection: Actor Ajith Kumar has scored a massive commercial hit with his latest action-comedy Good Bad Ugly, which has officially crossed the ₹200 crore mark worldwide within just nine days of release. Directed by Adhik Ravichandran, the film hit theatres on April 10, 2025, and has since maintained strong momentum, despite a minor dip in collections reported on April 18.
Impressive Global Earnings: A Post-COVID High for Ajith
According to industry reports, Good Bad Ugly grossed ₹124.08 crore net in India and added international earnings to breach the ₹200 crore worldwide milestone. This achievement makes it Ajith Kumar’s highest-grossing film since the pandemic, signaling a strong comeback for the star in mass entertainer territory.
Day 9 Collection: ₹4.86 Crore in India
On its ninth day (April 18), the film collected ₹4.86 crore domestically, marking a drop from the previous week’s daily earnings. However, this was expected as the film enters its second week with weekday shows seeing reduced footfalls.
Trade experts attribute the slowdown to:
- A natural second-weekend decline
- Competition from regional releases
- Audience saturation post initial rush
Despite this, the film continues to draw steady crowds in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities across Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
Opening Week Recap: Blockbuster Start for Ajith Kumar
Good Bad Ugly opened to a staggering ₹51.5 crore worldwide on day one, driven by Ajith’s loyal fan base and strategic marketing. The film’s first-week total stood at ₹53.97 crore, making it one of the biggest openers in Tamil cinema this year.
Its genre blend of high-octane action and dark comedy, along with the ensemble cast featuring Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Das, and Sunil, has helped sustain momentum across demographics.
Legal Trouble Looms Over Musical Copyright Dispute
Amid box office success, the film faces legal scrutiny as veteran music composer Ilaiyaraaja has sent a legal notice to the production team, alleging unauthorized use of his compositions in the background score.
The filmmakers have yet to release an official statement, but legal experts suggest that the matter may head to court if unresolved amicably.
Audience Reaction: Mixed Reviews But Strong Word-of-Mouth in B and C Centers
While critics gave the film mixed reviews, citing a loud narrative and inconsistent tone, audiences—especially in mass circuits—have lauded it as a “complete entertainer.” The film’s unique style, fast pace, and Ajith’s triple-shade character are frequently highlighted on social media under hashtags like #GoodBadUgly and #AjithBlockbuster2025.
Outlook: Will Good Bad Ugly Maintain Its Pace in Week 2?
With weekend footfall expected to rebound and no major Tamil releases till the end of April, Good Bad Ugly is likely to hold strong at the box office, potentially pushing past ₹250 crore worldwide if momentum continues.
Distributors are confident that the film’s appeal in rural belts and the multiplex crowd’s curiosity will ensure at least one more profitable week.
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