Parasakthi Faces Steep Decline in Box Office Collections
The Sivakarthikeyan-starrer period drama Parasakthi is experiencing a significant downturn at the box office, with collections plummeting to concerning lows as the film completes its second week in theaters. According to the latest data from industry tracking sources, the movie managed to collect only Rs 21 lakhs in India net on its fourteenth day, marking a substantial drop from previous earnings.
Two-Week Performance Shows Worrying Trend
Having completed two full weeks in cinemas, Parasakthi has demonstrated a clear pattern of declining revenue. The film earned approximately Rs 43 lakhs on day thirteen, only to see collections fall further the following day. This downward trajectory has resulted in a total India net collection of Rs 51.29 crores to date, as reported by industry monitoring platforms.
The second week has proven particularly challenging for the production, with week two collections hovering around Rs 14.83 crores. This represents a significant decline compared to the film's first-week performance, indicating waning audience interest despite the star power involved.
Occupancy Rates Remain Concerningly Low
Theater occupancy data paints a similarly bleak picture for Parasakthi. On the most recent day of screening, the film recorded an overall Tamil occupancy of just 14.40%, with morning shows attracting only 11.97% of available seats.
While afternoon shows showed a marginal improvement to 14.46%, evening screenings remained weak at 12.64%. Night shows performed relatively better with 18.53% occupancy, but even this figure falls short of expectations for a major release featuring popular stars.
Film Background and Creative Team
Parasakthi is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Sudha Kongara and presents a period drama set against the backdrop of the nineteen sixties. The narrative explores the anti-Hindi agitations in Tamil Nadu, drawing inspiration from real historical events that shaped the region's linguistic politics.
Sivakarthikeyan delivers a powerful performance as a fiery activist at the center of the story. The supporting cast includes notable actors Ravi Mohan, Sreeleela, Atharvaa, and Rana Daggubati in significant roles, creating an ensemble that promised much but appears to be struggling at the box office.
Mixed Critical Reception Complicates Picture
Online reviews for Parasakthi present a divided critical landscape. Some reviewers have expressed reservations about the film's pacing and narrative approach, with one noting that while the story addresses important historical themes, it "feels dragged out at over two hours" with dialogues that "aim for inspiring yet land cheesy and preachy almost like a school history lesson instead of a gripping film."
Conversely, other critics have praised the production as a "masterpiece" from Sudha Kongara and her team, particularly highlighting the film's exploration of student opposition to Hindi imposition and linguistic politics. One review specifically commended Ravi Mohan's villainous role as "a level ahead his hero roles he has ever done" and suggested the performance might merit national recognition.
Despite these mixed reviews, Parasakthi has managed to cross the Rs 51 crore mark in India net collections, though current trends suggest this momentum may be difficult to sustain in the coming weeks.
Disclaimer: The box office numbers and data presented in this article are compiled from various public and industry sources. All figures should be considered approximate estimates that offer a reasonable representation of the film's commercial performance. These totals may be subject to revision as official studio data becomes available or additional market reports are finalized. This information is provided for entertainment and informational purposes only.
