3 Roles, 3 Eras, and a ₹30 Crore Budget: This South Film Shakes Up the Box Office, Rakes in Impressive Earnings in Just Two Days
A new film has hit the theaters just two days ago, and despite its modest budget, its storyline is proving to be more engaging than many high-budget films. This South Indian film features a star in a triple role, spanning three different time periods. Let’s dive into the details of this exciting movie.
The Current Cinema Landscape: A Look at Recent Releases
This Friday saw the release of The Buckingham Murders, featuring Kareena Kapoor in a leading role. Additionally, Soham Shah’s Tumbbad made a reappearance on the big screen. In the OTT realm, the thriller Sector 36 starring Vikrant Massey and Deepak Dobriyal has also made its debut.
However, among these films, one stands out with its remarkable performance and unique concept: ARM 2024 (Ajaayante Random Motionam). This film has made an impressive start at the box office and may pose a significant challenge to other films.
Malayalam Film ARM: Creating Waves
ARM is an action-adventure film in Malayalam, and as expected from this language, the story is compelling. Its appeal extends beyond the South, reaching audiences in other regions as well. Directed by Jithin Lal and written by Sujeet Nambiar, ARM is produced by Magic Frames and UGM Entertainment.
The cast includes Kriti Shetty, Aishwarya Rajesh, Surbhi Lakshmi, Basil Joseph, Jagdish, Kabir Duhan Singh, and Pramod Shetty, with Tovino Thomas in a triple role. Critics have hailed this film as one of the best performances of Tovino’s career.
Box Office Success of ARM
Released last Thursday, ARM collected ₹2.9 crore on its opening day, setting the stage for a successful run. The film is projected to earn ₹3.15 crore on the second day, totaling over ₹6 crore in just two days.
The film’s earnings are expected to increase over the weekend, with a significant boost likely on Saturday and Sunday. In comparison, Tumbbad and The Buckingham Murders have earned ₹1.5 crore and ₹1.25 crore respectively, but ARM is clearly outperforming them.
ARM’s Budget and Future Prospects
ARM was made on a budget of ₹30 crore, which is relatively modest. Given its impressive start, it seems poised to recover its costs swiftly and potentially become a major hit. The film’s narrative spans three different eras, with Tovino playing distinct roles in each.
It has been released in Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Currently, ARM faces competition from Vijay Thalapathy’s The Greatest of All Time, which has already amassed over ₹171 crore in seven days and continues to perform strongly.
With its unique storyline and compelling performances, ARM is set to make a lasting impact and could become a significant success in the coming days.
