# DC Final Worldwide Box Office: Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Hero Debut Wraps Up at a Superb Rs 106 Crore

URL: https://technosports.co.in/dc-final-worldwide-box-office/  
Published: 2026-09-03  
Updated: 2026-09-03  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

It’s a wrap at the box office for one of the year’s most talked-about Tamil releases. **DC**, starring **Lokesh Kanagaraj** and **Wamiqa Gabbi**, has closed its theatrical run on a high note, finishing its journey with a solid **Rs 106 crore gross worldwide**.

Directed by Arun Matheswaran, the film didn’t just perform well — it marked a genuine milestone. This was Lokesh Kanagaraj’s acting debut in a full-fledged hero role, and audiences clearly showed up for it.

## How DC Performed Across Markets?

| Territory | Gross Collection |
| --- | --- |
| Tamil Nadu | Rs. 25.00 crore |
| AP/TS (Telugu) | Rs. 22.50 crore |
| Karnataka | Rs. 9.25 crore |
| Kerala | Rs. 19.75 crore |
| Rest of India | Rs. 3.00 crore |
| **Total India** | **Rs. 79.50 crore** |
| **Overseas** | **Rs. 26.50 crore (USD 2.8 million)** |
| **Worldwide Total** | **Rs. 106 crore** |

The film’s home turf naturally delivered the strongest numbers, but the real surprise came from Kerala, which pulled in a massive Rs 19.75 crore — a huge figure for a Tamil release given the market size. That performance alone helped DC become one of the biggest Tamil grossers ever in the state.

![DC](https://images.technosports.co.in/2026/09/DC-LO.jpg)

## What Worked in DC’s Favour

Strong word-of-mouth and a soundtrack by Anirudh that quickly went viral played a major role in keeping the film’s momentum alive through its run. Beyond the numbers, the film carries extra significance for [Lokesh Kanagaraj](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lokesh_Kanagaraj), better known as one of Tamil cinema’s most successful directors, stepping in front of the camera for the first time in a lead role.

With its theatrical run now complete, DC is heading straight to OTT this weekend, and industry watchers will be keeping a close eye on how it performs in its streaming debut.

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### FAQs

### **Q1. How much did DC collect at the worldwide box office?**

DC closed its theatrical run with a total worldwide gross of Rs 106 crore.

### **Q2. Why is DC significant for Lokesh Kanagaraj?**

 The film marks his acting debut in a full-fledged hero role, a first in his career.