2024 has not been as magnificent for Indian cinema as the previous two years, at least as far as the box office is concerned. Almost four months into the year, not one film has crossed the Rs 500-crore mark worldwide, let alone the Rs 1000-crore barrier. In fact, this week, the highest-grossing film in India was one that originally released back in 2004.
The theatres where Vijay's Ghilli was re-released became lively festival grounds as fans filled the halls. While the movie played, the audience was seen dancing and using their flashlights to add to the festivities.