Thalapathy Vijay’s new action thriller, The Greatest of All Time (GOAT) box office is here. Directed by Venkat Prabhu, has made a remarkable debut at the global box office. Despite a range of mixed reviews from audiences, the film has captivated viewers and achieved a substantial box office haul of ₹285 crore ($34 million) worldwide in its opening weekend.
Vijay’s dual role in the film has been a major highlight, drawing significant attention and contributing to the film’s strong performance. The movie’s dynamic action sequences and Vijay’s compelling portrayal have been particularly lauded, enhancing its box office success.
The GOAT Box Office
In its initial four days, The Greatest of All Time garnered an estimated ₹137.2 crore net in India. Internationally, the film has also performed exceptionally well. It has earned approximately ₹25 crore ($3 million) in North America and around ₹7.5 crore (£683,000) in the UK. Additionally, the film secured about ₹3 crore (A$556,407) in Australia and $2.8 million in the Gulf region. Distributed in over 40 countries by Hamsini Entertainment, the film’s global reach has been a significant factor in its impressive overall performance.
High Occupancy Rates Across Languages
The film has enjoyed strong theater occupancy, particularly for its Tamil version. On September 8, 2024, The Greatest of All Time saw an overall Tamil occupancy rate of 71.39%, with morning shows at 61.65%, afternoon shows at 78.03%, evening shows at 77.93%, and night shows at 67.96%. The Hindi version, titled Thalapathy Is The G.O.A.T., achieved an overall occupancy rate of 24.55%, peaking at 35.42% during evening shows. The Telugu version also performed well, with an overall occupancy rate of 21.66%.
Film Overview and Star Cast
The Greatest of All Time follows Gandhi, a former leader of a special anti-terrorism squad, who reunites with his team to tackle the fallout from their past missions. Alongside Thalapathy Vijay, the film features a notable ensemble cast including Prashanth, Prabhu Deva, Ajmal Ameer, Mohan, Jayaram, Sneha, and Yogi Babu. Released on September 5, the film’s impressive box office performance underscores its broad appeal and strong fan base.