Sivakarthikeyan’s much-anticipated Pongal release Parasakthi is struggling at the box office, collecting just ₹1 crore on its crucial second Monday. The historical drama directed by Sudha Kongara has now accumulated ₹56.5 crore in 10 days—a disappointing figure considering the star power and festival advantage.
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Parasakthi 10-Day Box Office Breakdown
| Period | Collection (India Net) |
|---|---|
| Week 1 Total | ₹41.50 crore |
| 2nd Friday | ₹5.75 crore |
| 2nd Saturday | ₹5.50 crore |
| 2nd Sunday | ₹2.75 crore |
| 2nd Monday | ₹1.00 crore |
| Total (10 Days) | ₹56.5 crore |
Why Parasakthi Is Underperforming
The film’s steep 65% drop on its second Monday signals serious trouble. Despite starring popular actor Sivakarthikeyan and being helmed by acclaimed director Sudha Kongara, Parasakthi has been hampered by mixed word-of-mouth from audiences and critics alike.
The period drama co-stars Ravi Mohan as the antagonist, along with Atharvaa, Sreeleela (in her Tamil debut), Dev Ramnath, and Basil Joseph. However, even this stellar ensemble couldn’t save the film from its box office woes. Check out more Tamil cinema box office trends for comparison.
Pongal Clash Impact
Parasakthi released alongside two other Tamil films during the Pongal festival—Vaa Vaathiyaar and Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil. While Jiiva’s political satire has emerged as the surprise winner with phenomenal trends, both Parasakthi and Vaa Vaathiyaar have failed to connect with audiences. Learn more about Pongal releases 2026 at official sources.
The competition has significantly impacted screen availability, with Parasakthi losing prime show timings to better-performing films. Explore our analysis on South Indian festival releases to understand these dynamics better.
What’s Next for Parasakthi?
Despite the underwhelming performance, the film is expected to make a decent lifetime total, though nowhere near the blockbuster numbers originally anticipated. With weekday collections dropping dramatically, the film will need extraordinary growth to recover its production costs. For the latest box office updates, stay tuned to our coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Parasakthi’s total box office collection after 10 days?
Parasakthi has collected ₹56.5 crore net at the Indian box office in 10 days, with a significant 65% drop recorded on its second Monday.
Q: Why did Parasakthi fail despite Sivakarthikeyan’s stardom?
The film struggled due to mixed audience reception, intense Pongal competition from Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil, and failure to generate strong word-of-mouth despite its historical drama premise.
