Thalapathy Vijay’s latest movie, GOAT (The Greatest of All Time), is making waves at the box office, crossing the ₹100 crore mark in just three days. Released on Thursday, the film has been receiving a lot of love and appreciation from fans worldwide. Directed by Venkat Prabhu, this action-packed thriller is capturing the attention of moviegoers, and its impressive earnings prove its popularity.
According to box office tracking website Sacnilk, GOAT saw a significant rise in Goat Box Office Day 3 collections on its third day, especially on Saturday. The film added ₹33 crore to its total, bringing its three-day collection in India to over ₹100 crore. The Tamil version has been the main contributor to this success, earning ₹29.1 crore on Saturday alone. The Hindi version contributed ₹2.15 crore, while the Telugu version added another ₹1.75 crore. The film’s earnings are expected to continue to rise as it completes its opening weekend.
GOAT could be Vijay’s final film before he transitions to a career in politics, making it particularly special for his fans. The film features Vijay in dual roles, showcasing his versatility as an actor. It also stars a talented ensemble cast, including Prashanth, Prabhu Deva, Mohan, Ajmal Ameer, Jayaram, Sneha, Laila, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Vaibhav, Yogi Babu, Premgi Amaren, and Yugendran in significant roles. Adding to the film’s charm, Trisha Krishnan makes a special appearance in a dance number.
Produced by AGS Entertainment, GOAT is touted as their most expensive film to date, with a budget of ₹400 crore. The film is packed with action sequences, dramatic moments, and visual effects, all of which contribute to its mass appeal.
The film has received mixed reviews from critics. News18 praised Vijay’s performance, particularly his portrayal of both father and son, using advanced de-aging technology to convincingly play a younger version of himself. The review highlighted that “Vijay has done his best to make both characters work,” noting that the technology used in certain sequences delivered “brilliant results.”
However, the film has faced criticism for its script, which some feel lacks depth and substance. Despite the impressive action scenes and cameo appearances, critics pointed out that the movie’s three-hour runtime feels stretched due to its underdeveloped storyline.
As GOAT heads into the rest of its opening weekend, all eyes are on its box office performance. The film’s strong start suggests that it could continue to dominate the box office in the coming days. The movie has attracted large crowds, especially in Tamil Nadu, where Vijay has a massive fan following. The film’s success could also depend on its performance in other regions, particularly in the Hindi-speaking markets and overseas.