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Thalapathy Vijay’s upcoming film, “The Greatest Of All Time(The GOAT)” is generating unprecedented excitement at the box office. With its official release just a day away, the film has already achieved remarkable pre-sales figures, having sold an astonishing 739.7K tickets. This achievement marks the highest pre-sales record in Kollywood for 2024, highlighting Vijay’s immense fan base and the substantial anticipation surrounding the film.
The GOAT – Record-Breaking Pre-Sales Performance
The advance booking phase for “The Greatest Of All Time” has been nothing short of extraordinary. As of September 3, just one day before its release, the film recorded 193K ticket sales by 9 PM, with an impressive rate of 19K tickets sold per hour. This surge in pre-sales has set a new industry benchmark, surpassing the previous record held by “Indian 2,” which saw 626K ticket pre-sales. The exceptional ticket sales underscore the film’s anticipated success and Vijay’s strong following.
Dominance Over Other Major Releases
“The Greatest Of All Time” has outpaced several other major releases with its pre-sales figures. The film’s 739.7K ticket sales are nearly equivalent to the combined pre-sales of notable Tollywood films released this year, such as “Raayan,” “Thangalaan,” “Captain Miller,” “Lal Salaam,” and “Ayalaan.” This comparison illustrates the overwhelming popularity of Vijay’s film, emphasizing its dominance in the current cinematic landscape.
Analysis of Ticket Sales Trends
Examining the ticket sales on a day-to-day basis, “The Greatest Of All Time” sold 240K tickets on September 2. By the end of September 3, the film had achieved 193K ticket sales by 9 PM. It will be interesting to see if the film can exceed its previous day’s sales figures before its release. Regardless of the final numbers, the pre-release performance of “The Greatest Of All Time” has already set a historic precedent in Kollywood, setting high expectations for its box office performance post-release.
The GOAT Cast and Crew
Directed by Venkat Prabhu and produced by DVV Entertainment. “The Greatest Of All Time” boasts a stellar cast including Thalapathy Vijay, Priyanka Arulmohan, S. J. Suryah, Abhirami, and P. Sai Kumar. Sneha appears as Gandhi’s wife, while Meenakshi Chaudhary plays Jeevan’s love interest. The supporting cast includes notable actors such as Mohan, Prashanth, Prabhu Deva, Jayaram, Yogi Babu, Laila, and Premgi Amaren, among others. Yuvan Shankar Raja composes the film’s music, Siddhartha Nuni handles the cinematography, and Venkat Raajen is responsible for the editing.