Thalapathy Vijay’s much-awaited movie, The Greatest of All Time (GOAT), hit the big screens worldwide on September 5th, generating excitement and high expectations among fans.
Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Venkat Prabhu, the movie promised a spectacular cinematic experience, especially with Vijay’s double-action avatar, leaving his fans ecstatic from the moment filming commenced.
Strong Opening with Mixed Regional Responses
Upon its release, GOAT saw record-breaking advance bookings and managed to rake in an impressive Rs 43 crore from the Indian box office alone, across two languages. Reviews from critics have been generally favorable, praising the movie’s direction and Thalapathy’s charismatic dual performance.
However, while GOAT found massive success in its home state of Tamil Nadu, where the enthusiasm around Thalapathy Vijay is at an all-time high, the film’s occupancy rates experienced a decline in other regions of India as early as the second day.
The extended festive weekend has come as a silver lining for the movie, as it’s expected to boost the footfall and earnings. This momentum is critical for the film to continue its success, especially as it faces competition from other releases during this peak holiday period.
Online Leak Threatens Box Office Collection
Despite its promising start, GOAT encountered a significant setback shortly after its release. Unfortunately, like many major films, GOAT became the victim of piracy, with reports emerging that the full movie was leaked online in HD quality for free download just hours after its theatrical debut.
This leak, spread across multiple piracy websites, poses a serious threat to the film’s box office performance, particularly in regions outside Tamil Nadu, where the movie is still working to build traction.
Piracy has been a constant menace to the Indian film industry, with major releases often suffering losses due to illegal downloads. The leaked version of GOAT is expected to impact its collection further, especially in the digital era where easy access to pirated content continues to plague box office revenue.
Conclusion: The Road Ahead for GOAT
While GOAT opened to a solid start, Thalapathy Vijay’s team will have to contend with the effects of this leak in the coming days. Fans and film lovers have expressed their discontent with piracy, urging others to support the film through legitimate channels. For GOAT to maintain its momentum and achieve the box office success it was poised for, it will be crucial for viewers to rally behind the movie and watch it in theaters.