Good Bad Ugly Collections Hit ₹181 Crore Worldwide by Day 7: Ajith Kumar Film Dominates Tamil Box Office
Key Highlights:
Chennai, April 16, 2025 – Actor Ajith Kumar’s action-thriller Good Bad Ugly continues to assert its dominance at the box office with worldwide collections touching ₹181.35 crore by Day 7. Released across India and international markets last week, the film has emerged as the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2025 so far.
India Box Office Collection – Steady Hold on Day 7
According to early trade estimates, Good Bad Ugly earned ₹4.32 crore net in India on April 16, bringing its total domestic net collection to ₹112.62 crore within just seven days.
Day-wise India Net Collections (in ₹ crore):
- Day 1 (April 10): ₹21.3
- Day 2: ₹19.2
- Day 3: ₹21.7
- Day 4: ₹17.8
- Day 5: ₹14.3
- Day 6: ₹13.9
- Day 7 (April 16): ₹4.32
Total (Net India): ₹112.62 crore
The film maintained a strong hold in Tamil Nadu, with night occupancy rates peaking at 35.5% and overall Tamil occupancy for April 15 recorded at 29.21%.
Global Performance – Nearing ₹200 Crore Milestone
International markets continue to show robust performance, especially in Malaysia, UAE, and the US.
- India Gross: ₹127.35 crore
- Overseas Gross: ₹54 crore
- Worldwide Total Gross: ₹181.35 crore
The film is expected to breach the ₹200 crore global mark before the end of its second weekend, placing it among the top 5 highest-grossing Ajith Kumar films of all time.
Plot & Reception
Directed by Adhik Ravichandran and produced by Mythri Movie Makers, Good Bad Ugly features a powerhouse cast including:
- Ajith Kumar as Red Dragon (a retired gangster)
- Trisha Krishnan
- Arjun Das
- Sunil
The story revolves around a reformed gangster drawn back into the underworld to protect his family. The film blends stylized action, emotional stakes, and high-octane drama — a combination that has struck a chord with Ajith fans despite mixed critical reviews.
“This is a massy entertainer that knows its audience,” noted a trade analyst. “Ajith’s screen presence carries the film, and the collections reflect that.“
Fan Frenzy and Theatre Response
Fan celebrations across Chennai, Madurai, and Coimbatore have turned the film into more than just a theatrical release — it’s a cultural event. Several shows in Tamil Nadu are reporting sold-out weekend bookings, and the film is being screened in over 350 theatres in Tamil Nadu alone.
Ajith Kumar’s Box Office Record
With Good Bad Ugly, Ajith Kumar continues his streak as one of Kollywood’s most bankable stars. The film is now projected to surpass his previous blockbusters like Valimai and Viswasam, and could potentially climb past the ₹250 crore mark globally depending on second-week traction.
What’s Next?
- Week 2 advance bookings are strong across metro and tier-2 cities
- Film expected to cross ₹200 crore by April 20
- A Hindi dubbed release is being considered due to demand from North Indian markets
Good Bad Ugly has delivered a solid box office punch, affirming Ajith Kumar’s mass appeal and the audience’s appetite for slick, stylized action dramas. With a ₹181 crore worldwide collection in just 7 days, it’s clear that Tamil cinema continues to draw massive numbers — and Ajith remains its undisputed star.
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