Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan-2 Becomes the Biggest Kollywood Opener at Worldwide Box Office with Rs 50 Crore Collection in Two Days

The return of Cholas to the big screen has been nothing short of a blockbuster success for filmmaker Mani Ratnam as his epic drama Ponniyin Selvan-2 has received widespread acclaim from audiences and critics alike. Based on Kalki Krishnamurthy’s historical fiction novel of the same name, the film has been praised for its grandeur, artistry, music and action sequences, making it a cinematic masterpiece.

In just two days, Ponniyin Selvan-2 has managed to earn more than Rs 50 Crore worldwide, becoming the biggest Kollywood opener at the box office. Despite a minor dip in earnings on Saturday, the film is expected to earn Rs 28 Crore India net on its third day for all languages. Box Office India reports that the film made minor gains across India, collecting around 1 crore nett more than it did on the first day. The Hindi version of the film jumped 45%, but its collections were limited.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Chiyaan Vikram, and Karthi have reprised their roles of Nandini, Aditha Karikalan and Vallavaraiyan Vandiyadevan respectively, while Jayam Ravi, Trisha Krishnan, and Sobhita Dhulipala portray Azhwarkkadiyan Nambi, Kundavai and Vanathi in the epic saga. The film was released on April 28, 2023, and has already broken records at the box office.

Ponniyin Selvan-2 is a visual spectacle that takes the audience on a journey through the Chola empire. Mani Ratnam’s efforts towards creating a cinematic masterpiece have been rewarded by the audiences, and the film has become a must-watch for anyone who loves epic dramas. With its stunning visuals, incredible performances, and captivating storytelling, Ponniyin Selvan-2 has set a new benchmark for Kollywood films.