Kollywood
Idli Kadai Box Office Collection: Day-Wise Breakdown and Worldwide Earnings
Idli Kadai, Dhanush"™s latest directorial venture, continues to perform steadily at the box office, winning the hearts of audiences across India and overseas. With a worldwide gross of ₹58.25 Cr, including ₹9.15 Cr from overseas markets the film has impressed viewers with its relatable storytelling, emotional beats, and strong word-of-mouth, establishing itself as a moderate success for the actor-director.The film opened to mixed-to-positive reviews, with critics praising Dhanush"™s nuanced direction and the film"™s heartfelt narrative. However, it was the audience response that truly fueled the film"™s momentum. Dhanush"™s dedicated fanbase, coupled with the growing popularity of its trailer and promotions, helped the film sustain steady numbers throughout the first week. Urban centres saw consistent footfalls, while single screens and tier-2 cities contributed significantly to the weekend surge. The film"™s festive timing and holiday weekend played a role in attracting family audiences, who appreciated the film"™s simplicity, humour, and emotional depth.Audiences have praised Idli Kadai for its heartfelt storytelling and authentic Tamil flavour. The film"™s relatable family moments, particularly the father-son emotional sequence, have struck a chord with viewers.The film"™s organic humour and emotional beats balance the narrative perfectly, while the music and background score elevate the key sequences, making several scenes stand out. It is these elements, combined with strong performances, have fueled the positive word-of-mouth, a key factor in sustaining box office performance beyond the opening weekend. Idli Kadai has maintained a stable trajectory at the box office, showing strong holds across Tamil Nadu and other South Indian states. Multiplexes and single screens alike contributed to the film"™s steady run, In overseas markets, particularly regions with a significant Tamil diaspora, the film has collected ₹9.15 Cr. While not record-breaking, these numbers add meaningfully to the worldwide total, demonstrating the film"™s appeal beyond India and its ability to attract viewers from international markets.As of now, the film has collected ₹58.25 Cr worldwide, a respectable number that positions it as a moderate success. The film"™s appeal across both mass audiences and urban viewers underscores Dhanush"™s ability to connect with a broad spectrum of viewers. With a worldwide total of ₹58.25 Cr and consistent performance in Tamil Nadu and overseas markets, Idli Kadai has carved out a moderate box office success. The combination of strong storytelling, memorable scenes, and positive audience response reinforces Dhanush"™s credibility as a filmmaker capable of balancing critical appreciation with commercial viability.As word-of-mouth continues to spread, the film"™s second-week performance will be closely watched, with trends suggesting that it will continue to draw audiences steadily across India and abroad. Idli Kadai Day Wise CollectionDayDay Total(Gross)RemarksDay 1[1st Wednesday] ₹ 13 CrDecent start with strong occupancy in Tamil NaduDay 2[1st Thursday]₹ 11.5 CrWord-of-mouth picks up; growth in evening shows.Day3[1st Friday]₹ 6.65 CrHealthy weekend trend; family audiences turn up in good numbers.
