‘Thaai Kizhavi’ Box Office: Radhikaa Sarathkumar’s Film Scores a Strong Rs. 16 Crore Opening Weekend
Tamil film Thaai Kizhavi had a fantastic opening weekend at the Indian box office, raking in around Rs. 16 crore. Sunday alone contributed over Rs. 7 crore, capping a weekend that showed steady growth despite a big cricket match in the evening.
The film, starring Radhikaa Sarathkumar, showed a promising trend: Saturday’s earnings nearly doubled Friday’s collection, and Sunday continued the momentum with a healthy 25% growth.
Regional Performance
Most of the business came from Tamil Nadu, where the film collected about Rs. 14 crore over the weekend, starting from Rs. 2.75 crore on Friday. Karnataka was the next strong market, contributing just under Rs. 1.5 crore, with a noticeable surge over the three days.
Given this strong trajectory, Thaai Kizhavi is on track to be a hit. If it maintains good numbers through the weekdays and in the coming weeks, it could turn out to be one of the biggest successes of the year. After a slow start to the year for Tamil cinema — with Pongal releases underperforming due to the delay of Jana Nayagan — this film could mark a turning point. With Love had performed decently, and now Thaai Kizhavi looks set to become the first major blockbuster of 2026.
Day-wise Box Office Collections (India)
| Day | Gross |
|---|---|
| Friday | Rs. 3.00 cr |
| Saturday | Rs. 5.75 cr |
| Sunday | Rs. 7.15 cr |
| Total | Rs. 15.90 cr |
About the Film
Thaai Kizhavi tells the story of Pavunuthayi, a 70-year-old matriarch who rules her village with authority and fear as a ruthless moneylender. Bold, independent, and distant from her children, she leads a life on her own terms. But when a troubling incident occurs, her sons return home, reopening old wounds and bringing the family’s complicated dynamics to the surface.
The film explores how Pavunuthayi’s actions affect her family and the village around her, delivering a mix of drama, tension, and emotional depth — all anchored by Radhikaa Sarathkumar’s commanding performance.