The historical drama Captain Miller hit theatres on January 12, starring Dhanush and Varalaxmi. The movie was a treat of Pongal for fans. The film garnered positive reviews and saw a surge in popularity, especially during the festive holidays. The latest update on its box office performance after the fifth day reveals significant success.
Due to the Pongal holiday in Tamil Nadu, the film maintained high occupancy throughout the state. Trade reports suggest that Captain Miller raked in around Rs 10 crore on day 5 alone, pushing its total earnings beyond the 50-crore mark. The film continues to enjoy success with strong audience support. The film clashed with Sivakarthikeyan’s Ayalaan and Arun Vijay’s Mission: Chapter 1.
The major earnings come for Captain Miller from Tamil Nadu, where the film has made around Rs 35 crore. It’s also doing well in Kerala, Karnataka, and Overseas. As the first week concludes, Captain Miller looks set to finish on a positive note. The makers have labelled the film a success, but they haven’t provided the official box office figures yet. Despite this, the movie’s strong performance in various regions suggests it’s gaining popularity and is considered a hit.
5-Day Digits It Made at the Box Office
In another analysis by Film trade analyst Manobala Vijayabalan. He announced on Tuesday that Captain Miller has become the first Tamil film of 2024 to surpass the ₹50 crore mark globally, entering the ₹50 crore club.
In a tweet, Manobala Vijayabalan shared the global box office figures for Captain Miller. Dhanush’s film is the first Kollywood movie of 2024 to cross the prestigious ₹50 crore milestone. The film’s consistent performance is evident with day-wise collections: Day 1 – ₹16.29 crore, Day 2 – ₹14.18 crore, Day 3 – ₹15.65 crore, and Day 4 – ₹13.51 crore. The total worldwide earnings now stand at ₹59.63 crore.
About The Film
Arun Matheswaran directs Captain Miller, a movie set in the pre-Independence era where a British official rebels against the government. Dhanush excels in his role, undergoing a convincing transformation. Shiva Rajkumar and Sundeep Kishan also deliver strong performances that captivate the audience. GV Prakash Kumar provides the film’s music, enhancing the experience with a score that complements the intense action sequences.