GOAT box office collection day 1: Thalapathy Vijay's film earns around Rs 43 crore nett in India

The film The Greatest of All Time (GOAT) starring Thalapathy Vijay, has made a solid debut at the Indian box office. On its first day, the movie earned an impressive Rs 43 crore net across India. This opening performance reflects the strong fan base that Vijay commands and the widespread anticipation surrounding the film. Despite the mixed reviews from critics, the box office numbers suggest that the film is drawing large crowds, especially during its initial release.
Directed by Venkat Prabhu and produced by AGS Entertainment, GOAT features an ensemble cast including Prashanth, Prabhu Deva, Meenakshi Chaudhary, and Yogi Babu. The movie's action-packed storyline, combined with drama and emotional depth, seems to have resonated well with the audience. The film opened in over 4,000 theaters worldwide, which significantly contributed to its high box office numbers on the first day.
The film performed exceptionally well in Tamil Nadu, where it had a 76.23% occupancy on Day 1. The night shows, in particular, were in high demand, with 85.33% occupancy. The evening and afternoon shows also saw significant crowds, at 78.36% and 71.48%, respectively. Morning shows had relatively lower attendance but still managed a strong 69.74% occupancy, indicating that the film is doing well across various timeslots.
On social media platforms, fans were quick to share their excitement, with many praising the film’s action sequences and emotional moments. Although there have been mixed reviews from critics, the general sentiment among Vijay’s fan base appears overwhelmingly positive. Many have taken to platforms like Twitter (X) to express their love for the film, with hashtags such as #TheGOAT trending.
With its strong opening, GOAT is expected to maintain its momentum over the weekend, which could further boost its box office collection. If the film continues to perform well in the coming days, it may solidify its position as one of the top releases of the year in Indian cinema.