GOAT Box Office Collection Day 1: Thalapathy Vijay's Spy Thriller Off to a Blockbuster Start

Thalapathy Vijay, one of Tamil cinema's most bankable stars, has once again proven his box office mettle with his latest release, GOAT(The Greatest of All Time). Directed by Venkat Prabhu, this espionage spy thriller has shattered expectations and kicked off with an extraordinary first-day collection, both domestically and globally.

GOAT saw its release on September 5, and despite mixed reviews, the film is performing exceptionally well. The movie opened with a massive Rs 43 crore net collection in India, marking one of the biggest openings in Thalapathy Vijay's career. Out of this, the Tamil version alone accounted for Rs 38.3 crore, showing Vijay's dominance in his home state. The Telugu version contributed Rs 3 crore, while the Hindi dubbed version managed Rs 1.7 crore.

Globally, GOAT crossed the Rs 100 crore mark on its opening day, a feat that is remarkable even for an actor of Vijay's stature. This includes both the domestic market and overseas collections. The film witnessed solid international demand, with strong box office numbers pouring in from regions like the UAE, the USA, and Singapore. This stellar performance further cements Vijay's global fanbase and his box office pull.

Here’s a snapshot of GOAT's box office collection on its first day: -Domestic (India): Rs 43 crore net - Tamil Version: Rs 38.3 crore net - Telugu Version: Rs 3 crore net - Hindi Version: Rs 1.7 crore net - Kerala: Rs 5.80 crore (fourth highest ever opening for Vijay in the state) - Worldwide Total: Over Rs 100 crore

Apart from India, GOAT saw impressive footfall in international markets, with a recorded occupancy rate of 76.23% on its first day in India alone. The film's universal appeal, slick action sequences, and Vijay’s commanding screen presence have contributed to its worldwide success.

GOAT was produced on a substantial budget, but with the stellar first-day collection and the anticipation surrounding its upcoming days at the box office, the film is well on its way to recovering its costs and potentially entering the Rs 300-400 crore club globally. If the current trend continues, it is poised to become one of Vijay’s highest-grossing films.

Rajadurai, a key figure in the production team, and Archana Kalpathi, the film's producer, played crucial roles in GOAT's massive marketing and distribution strategies, ensuring its wide reach across the globe. Their efforts in promoting the movie across multiple languages contributed significantly to the film’s overwhelming success on its first day.

GOAT is Thalapathy Vijay’s penultimate film before he transitions into politics full-time, making this release even more significant. With his consistent track record of box office hits, Vijay’s GOAT adds to his legacy as a box office king in the Tamil film industry. His previous films, including Master and Varisu, also had tremendous openings, but GOAT seems to have set a new benchmark.

Thalapathy Vijay and Venkat Prabhu’s GOAT has delivered a powerful opening, raking in over Rs 100 crore on Day 1 worldwide. With its first-day collection standing as a testament to Vijay’s star power, the film is expected to continue its box office rampage in the days to come, setting new records for Tamil cinema. As fans eagerly await the movie’s full box office journey, GOAT is poised to be remembered as one of Vijay’s greatest cinematic achievements.