Celebrating Thala Ajith’s birthday : A Closer Look at the Blockbuster Hit ‘Viswasam’ and Its Record-Breaking Performance at the Indian Box Office
In the Kollywood scene, besides the iconic Rajinikanth, there are other strong pillars like Thalapathy Vijay and Ajith Kumar, also known as Thala Ajith. These two superstars hold significant sway over Tamil audiences, consistently delivering box office hits. On Ajith‘s birthday, let’s delve into his top-grossing films in India.
While Rajinikanth reigns supreme, there’s often a heated rivalry between Vijay and Ajith fans on social media. The debate over who’s the bigger crowd-puller in Tamil Nadu is relentless and sometimes spills over into real-life clashes, prompting police intervention.
Vijay is celebrated for his unmatched star power, while Ajith earns accolades for his acting skills despite typically opting for commercial roles. His fans see him as a complete package, combining acting prowess, charisma, and box office success. Ajith‘s highest-earning film in India is “Viswasam,” raking in a net collection of 137 crores, securing its place at the top of the list.
Take a look at Ajith Kumar aka Thala Ajith’s top 5 highest net grossers at the Indian box office:
Viswasam (2019) – 137 crores
Thunivu (2023) – 122 crores
Valimal (2022) – 106 crores
Vedalam (2015) – 90 crores
Nerkonda Paarvai (2019) – 87 crores
On the work front, Ajith Kumar will be next seen in ‘Vidaa Muyarchi’, which is scheduled to release this year. He also has ‘Good Bad Ugly’ in his kitty. It is expected to release on Pongal next year.
Note: Box office numbers are based on estimates and various sources.
