Thalapathy Vijay’s GOAT Crosses $3 Million Mark in North America
Breaks Record Box Office in First Weekend The name of Thalapathy Vijay uninterruptedly sounds with waves in the Indian film industry while his recent movie entitled GOAT marks new benchmarks in the North American box office. Helmed by Venkat Prabhu, the movie has crossed expectations by breaching US$3 million in the first weekend. This again speaks to Vijay’s massive international fan base and underlines his star power to transcend regional boundaries-a star power which is no longer confined to Tamil Nadu but has attained international heights.
A Record-Setting Weekend in North America
This is while usually among the Indian audiences in the North American circuit which also comprises the United States and Canada, there is a jostle for top spot between Telegu and Hindi films. However, Thalapathy Vijay’s GOAT has won the race and made an entry into the US Top 10 list for the weekend. It opened at 9th position against stiff competition from big Hollywood releases such as Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Deadpool and Wolverine, Reagan, and Alien: Romulus. This is an unlikely feat by an Indian film, let alone in the North American market, which is usually dominated by Hindi and Telugu releases.
Box Office Breakdown
Collections of the film in North America represent an all-round success. GOAT has grossed over US $2.34 million in the USA alone including premiere shows proceeds, therefore, contributing a great deal to propping up the opening numbers. Meanwhile, the movie has collected over US $1.13 million in Canada taking the total North American earnings at a whooping US $3.48 million approximately Rs 29 crores.
These figures make these the first to sail past the breakeven amount, that is US$3 million for the film. This literally means the film has entered the profit zone, much to the thrill of its producers and distributors especially. With no big Hindi or Telugu releases until September 27, GOAT will most probably continue the run and will bring in further additions to this already impressive profit margin at the North American box office.
Success in India: Rs 150 crore Mark While the success of GOAT in North America is impressive, the movie has collected unprecedented amounts at the box office back home. The movie has managed to cross the Rs 150 crore mark with a big contribution from Tamil Nadu. Its Telugu and Hindi dubbed versions have contributed a little, but the main earnings for the film have come from its home base where Vijay is an unrivaled favourite.
In the case of Vijay in GOAT, the dual role has emerged as a massive attraction among viewers, who have thronged the theatres in massive numbers in Tamil Nadu. The two different roles he played blend with ensemble acting by Prashanth, Prabhu Deva, and Meenakshi Chaudhary that have gone down well with the audience. Strong storyline of the film, believable acting, and high-voltage action supported it.
Unique Star Power: The Rise of Vijay as an International Phenomenon
The fact that he can bring in decent box-office collections worldwide, especially from a market such as North America, says many things about his growing international popularity. Most other Tamil superstars are mere regional names, while the name of Vijay sends ripples much beyond the boundaries of the South. It is reflected not only in the overseas earnings of his movies but also in the way his films manage to break into foreign box-office charts, often competing against Hollywood blockbusters.
Vijay’s films have invariably appeared as one of the top grossers in North America. GOAT is no exception. In the hands of Venkat Prabhu and pegged by a strong narrative, GOAT has caught the fancy of diaspora audiences who keenly await witnessing the Tamil film industry make its presence felt on the global stage.
The Road to Politics: Vijay’s Political Ambitions
Amid the complete roar over GOAT, one of the most awaited incidents in Thalapathy Vijay’s life is his yet-to-happen political career. Recently, the star had made the headlines with an announcement of his very own political party, launching the flag and logo of the party. Lastly, his party received official recognition from the Election Commission last Saturday.
Interest in this foray into politics is followed because, for many years now, Vijay has been dropping hints at political ambitions, and his large, staunchly loyal fan base could actually translate into a sizeable voter base. The forthcoming political participation of Vijay adds another degree to his public persona: he is not only a cinematic icon but also a figure of political influence.
The general assumption among people is that GOAT might be one of his last films before he jumps headlong into politics. Many fans, therefore, have flocked to the movie theaters, eager to see perhaps one of the last performances before he could go into full-time political work.
Look Ahead: The Future of GOAT at the Box Office
As GOAT progresses further with collections at the box office, the film should continue its juggernaut of collection in both the domestic and overseas markets. With the North American market still open for the film and no major competition from Hindi or Telugu films till late September, GOAT could well keep up its great strides over the next couple of weeks.
Already proving to be a big hit in the Tamil version in India, GOAT is all set for box-office momentum since there are no major local releases in the near future. With a talented cast, an engaging storyline, and the strong leading-man presence of none other than Thalapathy Vijay himself, it stands all in good stead to keep the moviegoers pouring in and will keep GOAT a box office behemoth for weeks on end.
Conclusion: Thalapathy Vijay’s GOAT Rules the Box Office
GOAT from Thalapathy Vijay crossed the barriers and created new records in the North American market as it crossed over more than US$3 million during the opening weekend. Success of the movie underlines the global appeal of Vijay and his increasing clout beyond Tamil cinema. Faring well in India and overseas markets, the movie stands as testimony to the never-dying popularity of Vijay and the stronghold of Tamil cinema on international turf.
Now, with his political career in the offing, the fans are ready to give all their support in both cinematic and political careers. And their efforts would ensure that the GOAT will be remembered for not just its box office collections but as a major turning point in the career of Thalapathy Vijay.
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