Ghilli Re-Release Box Office Collection: Vijay Starrer Records Notable Opening Stretch In Tamil Nadu

Ghilli Re-Release Box Office Collection: The 2004 Tamil film Ghilli, headlined by Vijay and directed by Dharani, returned to theatres on February 20, 2026, marking its second re-release following the 4K remastered version that screened in 2024. Early trade figures indicate that the film has registered a steady response in Tamil Nadu during its opening stretch.

According to a box office update shared by tracking handle Cinetrak on X on February 24, the film grossed approximately ₹2 crore over its opening weekend in the state. An additional ₹25 lakh was reportedly added on Monday (Day 4), taking the four-day total to around ₹2.25 crore gross in Tamil Nadu.

The day-wise breakup shared by the tracker indicates that the film collected about ₹60 lakh on Friday, followed by ₹65 lakh on Saturday and ₹75 lakh on Sunday. Monday saw a drop to ₹25 lakh, which is typical for weekday trends after a weekend spike. With Tuesday and Wednesday numbers awaited, the focus remains on how the re-release sustains through its first full week.

Film Background, Cast Details And Re-Release Response

Originally released on April 16, 2004, Ghilli was produced by A. M. Rathnam and is a remake of the Telugu film Okkadu. The film featured Vijay alongside Trisha Krishnan and Prakash Raj, with Prakash Raj reprising his role from the original version. Supporting roles were played by actors including Ashish Vidyarthi, Dhamu, Mayilsamy and others.

The story revolves around Saravanavelu, known as Velu, a state-level kabaddi player from Chennai. During a visit to Madurai for a sporting event, he becomes involved in helping a young woman escape from a powerful suitor. What follows is a series of confrontations that unfold across Chennai and Madurai, blending sports drama with action elements.

The film's music was composed by Vidyasagar, while cinematography was handled by Gopinath. Edited by V. T. Vijayan and B. Lenin, the film was noted for its fast-paced narrative at the time of its original release.

The re-release has drawn audiences once again to cinemas. Trade observers will be watching whether the momentum from the opening weekend can translate into sustained footfalls over the coming days.