SURIYA’S Stardom and Past Business in Kerala
Suriya’s rise of stardom in Kerala was quick and brief. There were many factors accounting for his terrific growth in Kerala Market. At first it was Kaakha Kaakha, which gave him the much needed break among the Kerala audience. But his big break came in the form of Ghajini which was a runaway blockbuster and from then Surya had been a star to watch out for in God’s own country. Further, it was Vaaranam Aayiram which gave his appeal among family audiences too. Even though, not a commercial safe venture for the buyers here, Vaaranam Aayiram increased the huge craze for Suriya as a star and a loyal fan base was set for him. It was followed by ‘Ayan’, which became his biggest hit till date and was a smash hit even in the competition period with many Malayalam films. Now it was time for Suriya to increase his mass appeal and it was Durai Singam which made that happen, making one more big hit for the star.
Here, we have compiled some of Suriyas last few movies box office performances which is best known for our knowledge.
24 [2016]
Rights : 3.10 Crore – Sopanam Films.
Gross : 10.32 Crore.
Share : 4.15 Crore.
Verdict : Super Hit.
MASSS [2015]
Rights : 3 Cr – Sopanam Films.
Gross : 4.84 Crore.
Share : 1.90 Crore.
Verdict : Flop.
ANJAAN [2014]
Rights : 3.05 Crore. – Trivandrum Talkies.
Gross : 5.60 Crore.
Share : 2.17 Crore.
Verdict : Flop.
SINGAM 2 [2013]
RIghts : Bought as a combo deal with Kathi’s Biriyani [4 Cr - both combined] – Sree Kaleeshwary Films.
Gross : 8.30 Crore
Share : 3.25 Crore Verdict : Super Hit.
MAATTRRAAN [2012]
Rights : 2.50 Crore. – Thameens
Gross : 6.20 Crore.
Share : 2.45 Crore.
Verdict : Average.
7 AAM ARIVU [2011]
Rights : 1.5 Crore. – Divya Pictures
Gross : 5.85 Crore.
Share : 2.32 Crore.
Verdict : Super Hit
SINGAM [2010] [Delayed Release]
Rights : 1.10 Crore. – Divya Pictures.
Gross : 4.40 Crore.
Share : 1.75 Crore.
Verdict : Super Hit
AADHAVAN [2009]
Rights : 1.15 Cr. – Divya Pictures.
Gross : 2.48 Cr.
Share : 95 Lakhs.
Verdict : Flop
AYAN [2009]
Rights : 80 Lakh. – Sayoojyam Release
Gross : 4.35 Crore.
Share : 1.70 Crore.
Verdict : Blockbuster.
VAARANAM AAYIRAM [2008]
Rights : 78 Lakhs. – Thameens
Gross : 2.05 Cr.
Share : 70 Lakhs.
Verdict : Average.