Dear Lykkers! In 2024, Siva directed the Tamil-language epic fantasy action movie Kanguva, which was also produced by Studio Green and UV Creations. In addition to Bobby Deol, Disha Patani, and Natarajan Subramaniam, Suriya plays two characters in the movie.
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak in India and the actor and director's other obligations, the movie was halted after it was first announced in April 2019.
Anticipation has reached a fever pitch as Kanguva, Suriya’s latest epic, officially hits theatres on November 14, 2024. The film's release has been planned on an unprecedented scale, with over 10,000 screens worldwide. At a recent press conference in Bengaluru, producer G. Dhananjeyan, head of Studio Green, highlighted the historic release strategy for Kanguva, proudly confirming the film’s international reach and massive screen count.
The Grand Release: 10,000 Screens Across the Globe
With 700 screens in Tamil Nadu alone, Kanguva is dominating cinemas across South India and beyond. In total, the film will release on 2,500 screens in South India and 3,000-3,500 screens across North India, with international distribution marking a new record for Kollywood. G. Dhananjeyan expressed his pride in the project, emphasizing the team’s dedication to bringing Kanguva to a global audience in eight languages—Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, English, French, and Spanish.
Kanguva - Release Trailer | Suriya | Bobby Deol | Siva | Devi Sri Prasad | Studio Green
Video by Saregama Tamil
Star Cast and Fantasy Action
Directed by Siva and featuring Suriya in a dual role, Kanguva promises a captivating mix of fantasy, action, and drama, with a medieval storyline that sees Suriya playing a fierce tribal warrior. Bollywood stars Bobby Deol and Disha Patani make their Tamil debuts, joining an ensemble cast that includes Yogi Babu, Redin Kingsley, Natarajan Subramaniam, and more. Bobby Deol steps in as the formidable antagonist, adding an edge to the story’s high-stakes fantasy world.
Box Office Projections: Day 1 Forecasts and Record-Breaking Potential
The movie's box office forecast suggests a monumental opening, with early reports indicating an advance booking collection of Rs 17.61 crore in India alone. Industry experts estimate that Kanguva could pull in Rs 10-15 crore on its opening day. Released in standard, 3D, and IMAX formats, the film promises an immersive experience that could set new records in the Indian film industry.
With Kanguva, Suriya is not just raising the bar but is transforming it. The film’s grand release on 10,000 screens, its extensive reach across languages, and its ambitious fantasy-action narrative mark it as a milestone for Kollywood. As fans flood theatres worldwide, the only question remains: will Kanguva shatter box office records and deliver on its massive expectations?