Chennai Box Office Collections Siruthai,Aadukalam,Kaavalan Jan 21 - Jan 23 2011
Ranking based on Chennai Box Office Collections from
Jan 21st 2011 to Jan 23rd 2011

5. Manmadhan Ambu

Kamal’s back with a comedy; not a rip-roaring laughter ride but Manmadhan Ambu’s comic subtlety borders in on sarcasm. Trisha plays his lead while Sangeetha cracks the audience up every now and then with her shrewd dialogues.

Trade Talk:
The movie is still holding court despite the Pongal releases flooding the box office.

Public Talk:
The dialogues and visuals inside the cruise ship.

No. Weeks Completed: 4
No. Shows in Chennai over this weekend: 27
Average Theatre Occupancy over this weekend: 45%
Collection over this weekend in Chennai: Rs. 2,44,749
Total collections in Chennai: Rs. 4.62 Crore

4. Ilaignan

Ilaignan is written by the Chief Minister, directed by Suresh Krishna and has Pa. Vijay with Kushboo, Meera Jasmine, Ramya Nambeesan, Namitha, Suman and Vadivelu playing significant roles. Reportedly based on a Russian novel, Ilaignan is also Suresh Krishna's 50th film.

Trade Talk:
Although there is no enthusiastic response in the urban centers, rural centers are providing respite.

Public Talk:
Vidyasagar's music and the fact that the CM can still do projects at the ripe age of 90!

No. Weeks Completed: 1
No. Shows in Chennai over this weekend: 42
Average Theatre Occupancy over this weekend: 50%
Collection over this weekend in Chennai: Rs. 3,00,684
Total collections in Chennai: Rs. 15 Lakhs

3. Kavalan
Vijay’s Kavalan is the remake of the Malayalam hit Bodyguard; the story of an accidental Bodyguard who gets betrayed in the name of love. Asin looks fresh and slim and Vijay is in his subtle self.

Trade Talk:
Average collections being reported in the release centers what with the publicity being muted, strangely.

Public Talk:
Vijay has finally got a grip of things, fitting into the role of an ordinary hero

No. Weeks Completed: 1
No. Shows in Chennai over this weekend: 221
Average Theatre Occupancy over this weekend: 95%
Collection over this weekend in Chennai:Rs.47,90,030
Total collections in Chennai: Rs. 1.51 Crore

2. Aadukalam

The Dhanush and Vetrimaaran team reiterates their earlier victory with Aadukalam; the story of a rustic villager whose main occupation is to breed roosters to compete in rooster fights. Vetrimaaran’s research is flawless and is the backbone of the movie with riveting performances from all its cast members.

Trade Talk:
Unanimously lauded by critics and viewers alike, Aadukalam is proving to be a hit among the pongal releases.

Public Talk:
Tapasee is sure to send a chill down Tamannah and Trisha’s spine!

No. Weeks Completed: 1
No. Shows in Chennai over this weekend: 271
Average Theatre Occupancy over this weekend: 90%
Collection over this weekend in Chennai: Rs. 49,07,151
Total collections in Chennai: Rs. 1.70 Crore

1. Siruthai

Remake of the Telugu hit Vikramarkudu, Siruthai has Karthi performing double roles for the first time in his career. Tamannah is his arm candy, aimlessly shedding a few clothes in the process.

Trade Talk:
B and C centers are providing business for Siruthai while multiplexes are recording not so enthusiastic collections.

Public Talk:
Karthi sends out signals with Siruthai that he wants to be out and out commercial!

No. Weeks Completed: 1
No. Shows in Chennai over this weekend: 293
Average Theatre Occupancy over this weekend: 91%
Collection over this weekend in Chennai: Rs. 62,51,323
Total collections in Chennai: Rs. 1.98 Crore