Soori and Suhas’s action drama Mandaadi just refused to slow down. Kicking off its second week with a solid Rs 4 crore on its ninth day, the film has now crossed Rs 68 crore total — and trade watchers say a blockbuster tag isn’t out of reach if this momentum holds through the weekend.
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Mandaadi : Day-Wise Collection Breakdown
| Day | Box Office (Nett) |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Rs 5.25 crore |
| Day 2 | Rs 7.25 crore |
| Day 3 | Rs 11.50 crore |
| Day 4 | Rs 14.50 crore |
| Day 5 | Rs 13 crore |
| Day 6 | Rs 5.25 crore |
| Day 7 | Rs 4 crore |
| Day 8 | Rs 3.50 crore |
| Day 9 (2nd Friday, est.) | Rs 4 crore |
| Total | Rs 68.25 crore |
Why The Second Friday Number Matters
A film’s second Friday collection is often a make-or-break signal for its second week. A steep drop usually points to fading buzz, but Mandaadi holding steady at Rs 4 crore — level with its first Friday number — suggests audience interest hasn’t cooled off. Trade trackers expect the film to see a healthy weekend bump, similar to its strong opening weekend performance, which could give its second-week cume a real boost.

Having already secured super-hit status, the film now has a genuine shot at blockbuster territory if this hold continues into the coming days.
What’s Mandaadi About?
The film follows Muthukaali, a former champion sailboat racer who returns to his coastal village after years away. When a young racer named Maari asks for his help to take down rival Sattapuli, Muthukaali agrees to train a local crew for the village’s boat racing festival — forcing him to confront his past and rediscover his competitive fire along the way.
Beyond Soori and Suhas in the lead roles, the cast includes Mahima Nambiar, Sathyaraj, Krish Hassan, Mithun Jai Sankar, Ravindra Vijay, and Bala Saravanan.
Boat racing traditions like the ones dramatized in the film have deep roots in Kerala’s coastal culture, tied closely to the region’s annual Vallam Kali festivals — a detail that adds authentic local flavor to the story’s sporting rivalry.
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FAQs
Q1. How much has Mandaadi collected in total?
The film has grossed Rs 68.25 crore nett in 9 days, entering its second week on a strong note.
Q2. Is Mandaadi expected to become a blockbuster?
Trade estimates suggest it could achieve blockbuster status if it maintains its current momentum through the second week and beyond.





