Garudan, the most-awaited Tamil film, released into theatres on April 30, 2024, and has already garnered attention on the eyes and ears of critics and audiences. The film is under the direction of R.S. Durai Senthilkumar, with Soori getting a prime role wherein he undergoes a remarkable metamorphosis from being a comedian to that of an action-oriented actor. Alongside Soori, the film stars Sasikumar and Unni Mukundan in pivotal roles.

Released during the summer holiday season, Garudan opened to enthusiastic responses and strong box office numbers. The movie is produced by Vetrimaaran’s Grass Root Film Company in collaboration with Lark Studios. With a production budget of ₹15 crore, Garudan went on to collect approximately ₹25 crore globally, solidifying its status as a box office hit.

Garudan Movie Box Office Overview

Budget: ₹15 Crores

Theatrical Reach: 250+ Screens

Opening Day Collection: ₹3 Crores

First Weekend Gross: ₹15 Crores

Total Box Office Collection: ₹25 Crores*

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Final Verdict: Hit

Critically cherished and praised by the public, Garudan surpassed expectations and turned out to be a watershed moment in Soori’s career as he stepped into an emotionally charged rural action story.

Cast, Crew, and Technical Excellence

R.S. Durai Senthilkumar has directed Garudan, mixing thrilling narratives with emotional content, with music by the ever-so-popular Yuvan Shankar Raja. Arthur A. Wilson handles cinematography brilliantly, while editing comes courtesy of Pradeep E. Ragav, who lends his magic to give it a tight and engaging pace. With the support of actresses Shivada and Roshini Haripriyan, there is added depth to the character dynamics in the film.

Critical Reception: A Mixed but Positive Spectrum
The film got positive reviews from most publications:

The Hindu praised Soori’s performance, claiming it was one of his best, adding that it is a story about loyalty and betrayal.

The Indian Express titled it “a gripping tale inspired by Karnan from Mahabharata, who prioritizes justice over allegiance.”

The Times of India (3.5/5) described the film as a tearjerker and said it would appeal to fans of countryside dramas.

MovieCrow (3/5) appreciated the innovative concept but noted a dip in the second half due to predictable tropes.

Lensmen Reviews felt the film had potential for greatness but fell short in execution.

Garudan’s Box Office Impact in 2024

Soori’s successful leap into lead roles has been well-received by audiences, following his earlier appearance in Visaranai Part 1 in 2023. The few blockbuster Tamil films have made Garudan stand among the top 5 highest-grossing Tamil films of 2024 alongside Aranmanai 4, which grossed ₹60+ crore.

Final Thoughts

Garudan is an audience-centred film with an emotionally charged narrative underpinned by rural action and performances. Being both a commercial and critical hit, Garudan marks a watershed moment for Soori’s evolving career and Tamil cinema in 2024.