In a cinematic clash of titans, the Tamil periodic action drama ‘Captain Miller’ hit theaters on January 12, 2024, leaving an indelible mark at the box office. Directed by Arun Matheswaran, the film stars Dhanush, Priyanka Arul Mohan, and Shiva Rajkumar in pivotal roles, accompanied by a soulful musical score from GV Prakash Kumar.
Over the course of its initial three days in theaters, ‘Captain Miller’ has successfully amassed an impressive Rs 23 crore in box office collections. The opening day witnessed a commendable start with Rs 6.5 crore, while the momentum continued to surge over the weekend, raking in Rs 7.5 crore on both Saturday and Sunday.
Despite garnering a lukewarm response, the film has maintained a steady pace in theaters, currently boasting a 47% occupancy rate in Tamil Nadu, as reported by India Today. Set against the backdrop of the 1930s, ‘Captain Miller’ narrates the tale of a former British Army soldier striving to protect his hometown from the impending destruction wrought by his own compatriots.
As one of the stalwarts of Kollywood, Dhanush’s star power is expected to keep the film’s momentum alive for at least another week. Industry pundits predict a minimum gross of Rs 50 crore at the box office by the end of the upcoming Sunday.
Adding to the cinematic showdown, ‘Captain Miller’ faced stiff competition at the box office from Sivakarthikeyan’s ‘Ayalaan,’ a science fiction comedy released on the same day. The clash of these two eagerly anticipated films has undoubtedly set the stage for an intriguing battle at the box office.