Vaathi/SIR earns Rs 11 crore on Day 2: Dhanush starrer capitalises on Maha Shivratri holiday
The Tamil-Telugu bilingual film Vaathi/SIR, starring Dhanush, has received a warm welcome from the audience on its Day 2 at the box office. The film has taken advantage of the Maha Shivratri holiday and has collected a total of above Rs 20 crores ...

The movie, which was released in Telugu primarily, was simultaneously shot in the Tamil language as Vaathi. The storyline revolves around a third-grade junior lecturer at Tripathi Educational Institutes, where Dhanush stands against the institutes and provides education to children in exchange for business profits.
On February 17, Vaathi/SIR was released in theatres, and it has received decent word of mouth from the audience. The film had already created a positive buzz with its premiere screenings, and on day 2, it performed great during the Maha Shivratri holiday. The film has been performing well in all states, and including additional expenses, Dhanush’s film is expected to cross the line for Telugu states distributors with its 3 or 4 days figures.
Apart from Dhanush, Vaathi/SIR also stars Samyuktha Menon, Tanikella Bharani, P. Sai Kumar, and Samuthirakani in key roles. The film has received praise from critics and audiences alike for its intriguing storyline and brilliant performances.
FAQs:
- Which was Dhanush's debut film?
Dhanush made his cinematic debut in the teen drama Thulluvadho Ilamai in 2002. - What is the budget for the movie Vaathi?
The movie has been made on an approximate budget of 40-50 crore.
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