Mandaadi, the sports action drama starring Soori, is on a rampage at the box office with a superb jump on Sunday. The film, featuring Telugu actor Suhas as the villain in his Tamil debut, has managed to get impressive collections despite receiving mixed reviews from critics.
Directed by Mathimaran Pugazhendhi and released on 10 September 2026 during the Vinayagar Chaturthi weekend, Mandaadi had a fairly decent first day at the box office but showed strong improvement from the second day onwards. On Sunday, it collected double-digit numbers in Tamil Nadu alone, showcasing robust audience word-of-mouth.
Opening Weekend Box Office Performance
Witnessing solid growth each day, Mandaadi has collected a massive ₹37.27 Cr All India tracked gross in its opening weekend at the box office. Actuals are estimated to be over ₹40 Cr.
| Collection Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| All India Gross (Tracked) | ₹37.27 Cr |
| All India Gross (Actuals Est.) | Over ₹40 Cr |
| Worldwide Opening Weekend (Est.) | Around ₹50 Cr* |
*As of now, overseas numbers have yet to be reported
Strong Growth Trajectory Points to ₹100 Cr Club
The film’s consistent day-on-day improvement is a positive indicator for its long-term box office prospects. Similar growth patterns were recently witnessed in DC's opening weekend, which also saw a massive Sunday jump, and Korean Kanakaraju's Saturday surge.
Based on the current momentum and positive audience reception, Mandaadi is certain to enter the ₹100 Cr club in its full run. The worldwide opening weekend is expected to be around ₹50 Cr once overseas numbers are fully reported.
What’s Driving Mandaadi’s Success
Despite average critical reviews, Mandaadi has found strong acceptance with family audiences. The film features music by G.V. Prakash Kumar and co-stars Mahima Nambiar alongside the leads. The sports drama narrative, combined with Soori‘s performance and the Vinayagar Chaturthi weekend advantage, has helped the film gain traction in the Tamil market.
