The Diwali weekend is already buzzing at the box office with Tamil films Dude and Bison Kaalamaadan vying for audience attention. Pradeep Ranganathan’s rom-com Dude with Mamitha Baiju had a strong second day thanks to festive crowds. According to Sacnilk.com, the film has earned nearly Rs 20 crore nett in India so far.
Dude Box Office Collection Day 2
On its second day, Dude collected around Rs 10 crore, taking its total to Rs 19.75 crore. It had made Rs 9.75 crore on the first day, with Rs 6.5 crore from Tamil screens and Rs 3.25 crore from Telugu versions.
The film had 55.43% occupancy in Tamil on Saturday, showing healthy audience interest. Notably, it has already beaten the openings of Ranganathan’s earlier films Love Today and Dragon. With Diwali celebrations in full swing, the movie is expected to earn even more over the weekend.
Dude India Box Office Collection
| Day | India Net Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 [1st Friday] | Rs 9.75 cr [Tamil: 6.5 cr; Telugu: 3.25 cr] |
| Day 2 [1st Saturday] | Rs 10.00 cr (early estimates) |
| Total | Rs 19.75 cr nett |
Bison Kaalamaadan Box Office Collection Day 2
Dhruv Vikram’s sports drama Bison Kaalamaadan had a slower start. The film earned around Rs 3 crore on day two, taking its total to about Rs 5.55 crore. Positive word of mouth has helped it pick up slightly, with Tamil occupancy at 39.85% on Saturday. Despite the small rise, it is still trailing behind the festive hit Dude.
Bison Kaalamaadan India Box Office Collection
| Day | India Net Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 [1st Friday] | Rs 2.55 cr |
| Day 2 [1st Saturday] | Rs 3.00 cr (early estimates) |
| Total | Rs 5.55 cr nett |
About Dude And Bison
Dude is a Tamil-language romantic action-comedy directed by Keerthiswaran. It stars Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju, with R. Sarathkumar, Hridhu Haroon, Rohini, Aishwarya Sharma, and Neha Shetty in supporting roles. Released on October 17, 2025, the film runs for 139 minutes and is rated U/A. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, this marks Keerthiswaran’s directorial debut.
The story follows Agan, a lively youngster navigating love, friendship, and self-discovery in modern Chennai. The film celebrates youthful energy and modern relationships. Viewers enjoyed the performances and romantic vibe, though some felt the charm faded in the second half.
Talking about Bison Kaalamaadan, it is a Tamil sports action drama directed by Mari Selvaraj. Dhruv Vikram plays Kittan, supported by Anupama Parameswaran, Rajisha Vijayan, Pasupathy, Ameer and Lal. Released on October 17, 2025, it runs for 168 minutes.
Produced by Applause Entertainment and Neelam Studios, with music by Nivas K. Prasanna, the film tells Kittan’s journey in kabaddi. It focuses on his struggles against personal and social challenges while trying to succeed in the sport. Critics and audiences have praised Dhruv Vikram’s performance and the film’s emotional depth, even if its box office start is slower than Dude.
