'Thangalaan' box office collection day 8: Vikram starrer period action film mints Rs 1.27 crore

The Tamil period action drama 'Thangalaan', which hit theatres on August 15, has an impressive performance at the box office and a positive response from both critics and audiences. Directed by Pa Ranjith, the film features a stellar cast including Vikram, Pasupathy, Parvathy Thiruvothu, and Malavika Mohanan in lead roles, each delivering a powerful performance.
According to trade analysts Sacnilk, 'Thangalaan' has grossed an impressive Rs. 38.72 crore in India making it a commercial success. On its eighth day in theatres, Thursday, August 22, the movie earned Rs. 1.27 crore, continuing its steady run.
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On August 22, 'Thangalaan' had an overall Tamil occupancy of 14.81%, with morning shows at 11.83%, afternoon shows at 16.47%, evening shows at 14.72%, and night shows at 16.22%. In the Telugu market, the movie saw an overall occupancy of 14.00% on the same day.

'Thangalaan; is based on the true story of a tribal community that lived in Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) during the British colonial era. The narrative centres on Vikram’s character, the leader of the tribe, who reluctantly aids a British colonel in the search for gold. In doing so, he faces the difficult decision of sacrificing his hometown and village for the greater good of his people. Later a conflict arises from his actions, including the wrath of a mysterious sorcerer.

Despite facing competition from other releases like 'Raghu Thatha' and 'Demonte Colony 2', the film has managed to hold its own at the box office.