Tamil romantic drama Vishwanath & Sons registered a healthy jump on its second day, collecting approximately Rs. 25 crore gross on Saturday. The Suriya and Mamitha Baiju starrer witnessed a 45 percent rise over its opening-day business, benefiting from the Independence Day holiday.
With this growth, the film’s two-day India gross has reached Rs. 43.50 crore. The movie is expected to maintain its momentum on Day 3 and finish its opening weekend on a positive note.
Vishwanath & Sons Eyes Rs. 63 Crore Opening Weekend
Directed by Venky Atluri, the film is performing particularly well in the Telugu states, while its Tamil Nadu business has been comparatively moderate despite healthy occupancy.
The movie collected Rs. 17.25 crore in Tamil Nadu and recorded its highest territory-wise contribution from AP/TS at Rs. 17.50 crore. Karnataka added Rs. 5 crore, Kerala contributed Rs. 3.25 crore, while the rest of India accounted for around Rs. 50 lakh.
Based on the current trend, Vishwanath & Sons is expected to finish its opening weekend at approximately Rs. 63 crore gross in India. Its weekday performance will determine how far the film can eventually go.
Territory-Wise Box Office Collections
| Area | Gross |
|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | Rs. 17.25 crore |
| AP/TS | Rs. 17.50 crore |
| Karnataka | Rs. 5.00 crore |
| Kerala | Rs. 3.25 crore |
| Rest of India | Rs. 0.50 crore |
| India | Rs. 43.50 crore |
The Suriya starrer is competing with holdover releases DC and Spider-Man: Brand New Day. However, positive audience reactions and reviews could help the film maintain its momentum in the coming days.
More About Vishwanath & Sons
Vishwanath & Sons revolves around Sanjay Vishwanath, played by Suriya, an Olympic-level sportsperson raised by his devoted mother to excel in his chosen discipline. His life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers that his son urgently needs medical treatment.
His search for help brings him into the life of Maddy, a spirited and carefree woman in her 20s. Mamitha Baiju plays the female lead, while Raveena Tandon and Radikaa Sarathkumar appear in pivotal roles.
