As Thalapathy Vijay’s Leo continues to roar in theatres, it’s clear that this action-packed film has taken the box office by storm. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Leo has turned out to be a blockbuster. This mass entertainer has won hearts worldwide with its high-octane action, dramatic storyline, and Vijay’s star power.
The Leo makers recently celebrated the film’s astounding success with a special video, also the numbers speak for themselves. Already the worldwide collection is estimated at over USD 12 million.
Check out the trailer here:
What was Leo’s day 1 Box Office collection and worldwide total?
Leo burst onto the scene with a record-breaking opening day at the Indian box office, amassing an estimated USD 9.5 million. This remarkable achievement establishes Leo as the highest-grossing opening day for a Kollywood film. It even surpassed the previous record holder, 2.0. Going beyond its region, Leo has reportedly earned over USD 12 million worldwide.
This movie is inspired by David Cronenberg’s 2005 film A History of Violence, and is the third installment in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe. It features an ensemble star cast including Vijay, one of the highest-paid actors in India, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, Trisha, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mysskin, Madonna Sebastian, Mansoor Ali Khan, and Priya Anand, among others.
Leo makers celebrate record-breaking Vijay action-drama
Moreover, in a celebratory video, one can see the filmmakers enjoying the film alongside the audience. The official statement from the makers read (originally in Tamil), “LeoFDFS celebration. We watched it as a team, Have you?. Banger sambavam with a badass response. Watch the biggest action entertainer of the year in cinemas near you.”
Additionally, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Keerthy Suresh, and Aishwarya Lekshmi were also seen excited during the First Day First Show (FDFS).