Ajith Kumar has once again demonstrated his unbreakable star power at the Tamil Nadu box office with Good Bad Ugly. The Adhik Ravichandran-directed film not only opened to thunderous applause but also became Tamil Nadu’s first 100 crore grosser of 2025, rewriting box office history in the bargain.
Released over the festive holidays of Tamil New Year, Good Bad Ugly rode the long holiday weekend to set a huge opening day collection of more than ₹30 crore gross—a record day one figure ever for Ajith in Tamil Nadu. The momentum of the film did not let up, as it raked in an unbelievable ₹86–87 crore gross in the opening weekend alone, exhibiting remarkable consistency across multiplexes and single screens.
Ajith Strikes Gold Again with a Fourth 100 Cr Blockbuster
With Good Bad Ugly crossing the coveted ₹100 crore mark in Tamil Nadu, Ajith Kumar has now joined an elite club of actors who have more than one 100 Cr hit in the state. This is his fourth 100 Cr grosser, after the massive hits Viswasam, Valimai, and Thunivu. Still, Good Bad Ugly achieved something that his past films could not—crossing the 100 Cr landmark sooner than ever.
Audiences and pundits alike are hailing this achievement, particularly as it comes at a time when the business had to have its confidence booster of a big theatrical success. The pre-release hype for the film, fueled by massy trailers, top-charting songs, and Ajith’s brooding on-screen presence, showed up big time in terms of advance bookings and huge crowds at theaters right from day one.
Fueled by Tamil New Year: Perfect Timing, Perfect Payoff
The film’s release was carefully planned to fall during Tamil New Year, one of the most important festival windows in the Tamil film calendar. This move proved to be a masterstroke since the holiday weekend saw people flocking to watch the movie.
The party mood helped feed into box office preoccupation, moving the movie easily over the ₹100 crore figure. Success for Good Bad Ugly also portends well for the genre trend of Tamil films, as bigger-ticket commercial entertainers boasting lead actors’ pulling power are still able to create monstrous walk-in volumes for theatrical screens.
Even more importantly, the movie is now Ajith’s highest opener in Tamil Nadu and the industry’s first major blockbuster of 2025, and it becomes the benchmark for other big films in the following months.
All Eyes on 150 Cr: Can Good Bad Ugly Break More Records?
While 100 crore is an achievement in itself, Good Bad Ugly may just be on the cusp of a much larger box office milestone. To date, Ajith Kumar is yet to achieve a 150 Cr grosser in Tamil Nadu, and Good Bad Ugly appears well on its way to achieving that figure if the present wave continues.
At 170+ crore gross worldwide in the first five days, the movie is already one of the biggest openers of Ajith’s career in the world. Whether it reaches or even goes past the 200 Cr mark worldwide will depend on how well it does from the weekday. The Monday test, always the make-or-break test of a movie’s sustainability, will show whether Good Bad Ugly will be able to maintain its strong run or not.
Yet, with the word of mouth being good, strong occupancy in city and town centres, and Ajith’s fan base coming out in full force, there is every chance that the film will continue its golden box office run.
Ajith + Adhik: A Winning Combination?
Director Adhik Ravichandran, celebrated for his flamboyant and high-octane storytelling, has produced a commercial commodity that has unmistakably resonated with the masses. The title of the film—Good Bad Ugly—accurately summarizes the layered and action-packed narrative which has come to be synonymous with Ajith’s contemporary filmography.
The stylized action scenes, mass dialogues, and throbbing background score of the film have lifted the cinematic experience and helped its repeat-view value. Ajith’s performance, walking the fine line between subtlety and swag, has been admired by both the critics and audiences.
What adds excitement to this collaboration is the fact that it combines new-age guidance with old-fashioned mass appeal, delivering something for both die-hard fans and masses. Adhik’s interpretation of Ajith’s two shades in the film adds depth to the narrative, making it more than another commercial entertainer.
A Dream Start for Tamil Cinema in 2025
Good Bad Ugly has begun 2025 for Tamil cinema on a positive note, giving the industry the much-needed commercial lift. The success of the film not only highlights Ajith’s continued star power but also reiterates the public’s affection for quality mass entertainers on the big screen.
In an age where streaming platforms have changed content consumption patterns, a film like Good Bad Ugly reminds everyone that theatrical experiences still matter—especially when delivered with power-packed performances, entertainment value, and emotional connect.
Ajith lovers worldwide are already going wild celebrating the film’s roaring success with elaborate cutouts, motorbike rallies, and social media trends. For them, this blockbuster is not just about figures—it’s a cause for pride, and a testament to why Ajith is one of the most bankable stars in Tamil cinema.
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Final Words
As Good Bad Ugly walks past ₹100 crore in Tamil Nadu and looks for more records, Ajith Kumar’s box office magnetism remains as strong as ever. With intelligent direction, mass content, and ideal festival timing, the movie has met expectations on all fronts—emphasizing again that when Ajith arrives in theatres, it’s a celebration of sorts.
Now, the million-dollar question is—will Good Bad Ugly turn out to be Ajith’s first-ever 150 Cr grosser in Tamil Nadu? Everything seems to indicate a very real possibility, and the next few days will tell us how high this blockbuster can fly.
One thing is for sure though—Ajith’s 2025 has kicked off with a bang, and the box office has just seen the emergence of its first real titan of the year.
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