Kamal Haasan’s ‘Thug Life’ Impresses in Its First Week

Directed by Mani Ratnam, Kamal Haasan’s film ‘Thug Life’ is wrapping up its first week with remarkable success. After six days in theaters, the film has reportedly grossed approximately Rs 40.95 crore at the domestic box office across all languages, according to early estimates from Sacnilk.

A Reunion After 40 Years

Released on June 5, 2025, ‘Thug Life’ marks a significant reunion between Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam, who last collaborated nearly 40 years ago on the iconic film Nayakan in 1987.

Box Office Performance

Despite the star-studded cast and high expectations, the Tamil gangster drama has experienced a steady decline in box office collections following a strong opening day. The film kicked off with a solid Rs 15.5 crore on its first day across Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi versions, with Tamil Nadu contributing Rs 13.35 crore. However, the second day saw a significant drop of around 54%, earning just Rs 7.15 crore. The weekend brought slight improvements, with Rs 7.75 crore on Saturday and Rs 6.5 crore on Sunday.

On Monday, ‘Thug Life’ faced a major decline, earning only Rs 2.3 crore, followed by an even lower Rs 1.75 crore on Tuesday (Day 6). The film’s total collection over six days stands at Rs 40.95 crore, indicating a challenging path ahead for maintaining its theatrical run beyond the first week.

Multilingual Release and Performance

‘Thug Life’ was released in three languages—Tamil, Hindi, and Telugu—with the Tamil version performing the best, while the Telugu and Hindi versions lagged behind in earnings.

Plot Overview

The film follows the intense and emotional journey of Rangaraaya Sakthivel, a once-feared mafia boss in New Delhi. Betrayed by those he trusted most—including his own brother and a foster son he raised—Sakthivel embarks on a path of revenge and self-discovery. Spanning several decades, the narrative delves into themes of loyalty, power, betrayal, and redemption. While it begins with high-stakes crime, it gradually transitions to a more reflective tone, exploring the inner turmoil of a man seeking peace amidst his tumultuous past.

Visual and Musical Elements

The film was shot in various locations, including Chennai, Pondicherry, New Delhi, and parts of North India, enhancing the visual storytelling. The music, composed by A. R. Rahman, continues his long-standing collaboration with both Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam. Cinematographer Ravi K. Chandran brought the visuals to life, while editing was managed by A. Sreekar Prasad. The action sequences were choreographed by the Anbariv duo, and the film’s world was meticulously crafted by production designer Sharmishta Roy.

Ensemble Cast

The film features a strong ensemble cast, including talents from various industries. Alongside Kamal Haasan, the cast includes Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Ashok Selvan, Abhirami, Joju George, Nassar, Mahesh Manjrekar, and Ali Fazal, among others.

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Persons

Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam, Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Ashok Selvan, Abhirami, Joju George, Nassar, Mahesh Manjrekar, Ali Fazal

Company Names

Sacnilk

Titles

Thug Life, Nayakan

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