Thalapathy Vijay And Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Film ‘Leo’ Rakes In 422 Crore, Almost Double Its Budget, Before Release

Thalapathy Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj, the successful duo behind the film “Master,” are collaborating once again for their upcoming project, “Leo.” This highly anticipated film has already garnered significant attention even before its release, thanks to its impressive financial achievements. Let’s delve into the details of the film’s box office success and pre-release business.

Film’s Success and Anticipation

Following the tremendous success of their previous collaboration, “Master,” Thalapathy Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj have joined forces for the film “Leo.” Fans have eagerly awaited updates on this project since its announcement. As the filming nears completion, “Leo” is now in the spotlight due to the substantial business it is projected to achieve even before hitting theaters.

Social Media Buzz and Vijay’s Shooting Schedule

With the Tamil movie scheduled for release on October 19, fans have taken to social media platforms to share frequent updates and excitement. Recently, viral pictures captured lead star Vijay shooting for the film in Andhra Pradesh, where fans were seen taking selfies with him.

Hefty Sale of Film Rights

The rights to “Leo” have reportedly been sold for asignificant sum, generating considerable buzz among fans and industry insiders. The film’s digital and music rights alone have been sold for an impressive Rs 220 crore. The producers are also focusing on the theatrical industry, with the Telugu state theatrical rights estimated at Rs 25 crore and the Kerala rights reportedly sold for Rs 15 crore.

Comparisons with Previous Films and Rights Sold

When comparing the rights of Lokesh Kanagaraj’s “Leo” to Vijay’s previous film, “Varisu,” it is evident that the former has commanded higher prices. In the Telugu region, “Varisu” was quoted at Rs 18 crore, while “Leo” has been valued at Rs 25 crore due to its larger scale. Similarly, the theatrical rights for Karnataka were sold at Rs 8 crore for “Varisu,” indicating that “Leo” could fetch at least Rs 12 crore. Furthermore, “Leo” will be released independently by the producers, Seven Screen Studio, in Tamil Nadu. It is worth mentioning that “Leo” could potentially earn around Rs 100 crore, considering that “Varisu” was sold for Rs 70 crore in Tamil Nadu.

Projected Earnings and Budget

With the anticipated profit from foreign rights estimated at Rs 50 crore, “Leo” has the potential to reach a total earnings of Rs 422 crore. While the film’s official budget figures have not been released, insiders speculate that it exceeds Rs 275 crore. If the reported figures hold true, “Leo” is poised to achieve significant financial success.

“Leo,” the upcoming collaboration between Thalapathy Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj, has already achieved remarkable financial milestones even before its release. With impressive pre-release business and a dedicated fan base, the film holds great promise in the box office. Movie enthusiasts eagerly await the arrival of “Leo” and anticipate its success in the coming months.

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