'Ghilli' vs 'Thunivu': Vijay's film leads the box office race as Ajith starrer nears Rs 2 lakh - Reports

On February 20, the theatres will witness an exciting rivalry as two popular Tamil movies, which came out in the early 2000s, get a re-release. Vijay's 'Ghilli' and Ajith Kumar's 'Thunivu' will release simultaneously, which is sure to please the fans and reignite their old rivalry. Since both movies have already gained a strong re-release traction, the re-release is considered a nostalgic treat and an opportunity for fans to revive the magic on the big screen.

Advance booking trends

The advance reservations show that the opening at the box office will be busy. As reported by Cine Ulagam, 'Ghilli' is estimated to have collected around Rs 3 lakh, while 'Thunivu' earned Rs 1.5 lakh. These amounts indicate the fans' anticipation and thrill, even though they are from a re-release. Observers say the dual release could recreate a festival-like buzz, reminiscent of big clashes during Diwali or Pongal.

'Ghilli’s legacy

Originally released in 2004, 'Ghilli' was directed by Dharani. The movie's cast included Vijay, Trisha, and Prakash Raj. The plot centers on a Kabaddi player getting into serious trouble during an away game. The movie was released in 4K in April 2024 and is highly acclaimed by the audience. One can say that this style of Vijay's action movie is not disappointing.

'Thunivu’s return

‘Thunivu,’ the 2024 action thriller movie directed by H. Vinoth, stars Ajith Kumar, Manju Warrier, and Samuthirakani in main roles. The film is based on an interesting criminal bank robbery and serious money corruption. Following the successful re-releases of films such as ‘Mankatha’ and ‘Padayappa’, the film world is now witnessing the re-release of the film ‘Thunivu’, allowing the public to once again enjoy the films of their favorite heroes.


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