Guest 2026 Tamil Movie Collection | Budget

Guest is a Tamil movie, released on 10 April 2026 starring Vidhu Balaji, Sakshi Agarwal and other main cast. The film made a quiet but steady start at the Tamil box office on its release day. Being a small-budget horror thriller, it did not come with big stars or heavy marketing, yet morning and afternoon shows in Tamil Nadu saw decent footfalls in single screens and smaller multiplexes across Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai and other centres.

Horror fans and family groups turned up in reasonable numbers because the trailer had built good curiosity with its suspense-filled story and strong performances. Early reports from theatre owners indicate that occupancy was better than many expected for this kind of content-driven small film. Positive word-of-mouth began spreading quickly on social media and local WhatsApp groups even before evening shows.

This kind of natural response is exactly what low-budget Tamil films need to build momentum over the weekend. What makes today’s opening noteworthy is how Guest carved its own space without clashing with any big release. While bigger films often take all the spotlight, this one quietly connected with audiences who love edge-of-the-seat thrillers rooted in Tamil storytelling.

Distributors are satisfied with the initial turnout, especially in B and C centres where such suspense dramas always find loyal viewers. Worldwide collections are mostly from India as it is a pure Tamil film aimed at local audiences. If the positive talk continues, the film can grow nicely in the coming days. This is the kind of evergreen box office journey that shows why Tamil cinema keeps surprising us – it wins with gripping content and real performances, not just big budgets or star power.

Guest 2026 Overview

Detail	Information
Title	Guest
Directed by	Ranga Bhuvaneswar
Written by	Ranga Bhuvaneswar
Produced by	D. Gokulakrishnan (Good Hope Pictures)
Actor	Vidhu Balaji
Actress	Sakshi Agarwal
Other Cast	Supporting actors (details not publicly detailed yet)
Cinematography	Not publicly detailed yet
Edited by	Not publicly detailed yet
Music by	A K Tariq
Production Companies	Good Hope Pictures
Distributed by	Not publicly detailed yet
Release Date	10 April 2026
Running Time	1 hour 58 minutes
Country	India
Language	Tamil
Film Industry	Kollywood
Genre	Horror, Thriller, Suspense
Censor Rating	UA

Guest Box Office Collection

Day	Date	India Gross (crore)	Fluctuation (%+/-)
Day 1	Friday, 10 April 2026	₹0.48	(Opening Day)
Total India Net	–	₹0.40 crore	–
Total India Gross	–	₹0.48 crore	–
Total Worldwide Gross	–	₹0.55 crore	–

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Guest is showing promising signs on opening day
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What is the budget of Guest
Guest is a low-budget film made on an estimated budget of around ₹3 crore.

Guest OTT release date

OTT Platform: TBA
OTT date: TBA

Our Review

Guest is one of those rare Tamil films that takes a simple suspense idea and turns it into a proper nail-biting horror thriller without any unnecessary drama. The story revolves around a mysterious guest who enters a family’s life and slowly uncovers dark secrets that no one wants to talk about. Director Ranga Bhuvaneswar has handled the tension really well. He builds the fear step by step instead of showing everything at once, which keeps you glued to the screen till the end.

The runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes feels just right – fast-paced, scary at the right moments, and never boring. Since the film released only today, early audience feedback from morning shows already shows that people are loving the chills and the unexpected twists. What stands out most is the performance of Sakshi Agarwal in the lead role. She brings such believable fear and strength that you feel every scary moment with her. Vidhu Balaji also delivers a solid act as the mysterious character, and their on-screen chemistry adds extra weight to the story.

The background score by A K Tariq is a big plus – it raises the tension perfectly during the horror scenes. Cinematography captures the dark and eerie atmosphere of the house and surroundings beautifully, making the suspense feel real. This is not a film loaded with big songs or action; it depends completely on story, performances and smart direction, and that is what makes it special. Now, talking about box office and future, Guest has started decently for a small Tamil film released today. In a year when big-budget movies are ruling the screens, a horror thriller like this managing a steady opening proves the power of good content.

If positive word-of-mouth spreads over the weekend, we can expect it to do well in the coming days, especially in single-screen centres. Compared to other recent Tamil horror films, it reminds me of how smaller movies use real fear and emotions to connect with audiences. Guest may not break any big records on day one, but it has the potential to become a favourite for fans who enjoy proper Tamil thrillers.

For Kollywood, films like this are important because they show that you do not need superstar heroes or huge VFX to create impact. I would definitely recommend watching it in theatres if you want a film that gives you genuine scares and keeps you thinking. It is a proud addition to Tamil cinema in 2026 and I am sure it will find its own steady audience as the days go by.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Guest movie about?

Guest is a Tamil horror thriller about a mysterious guest who enters a family’s life and slowly reveals dark secrets that create fear and suspense.

Is Guest hit or flop?

The film has opened decently today and looks like an average success if word of mouth stays strong. Final verdict will come after the weekend.

Who is the lead actress in Guest?

Sakshi Agarwal plays the main lead role, while Vidhu Balaji stars as the central male character.

Will Guest be available on OTT soon?

The OTT release date is not announced yet, but it is expected to come on a major platform 6-8 weeks after its theatrical run ends.

Disclaimer:

Box office figures in this article are independently estimated by Tenvow based on an internal tracking methodology that evaluates theatre occupancy trends, distributor feedback, and regional trade indicators.
The data reflects industry estimates available at the time of publication and may vary slightly from officially reported or audited figures released later.
These figures should be considered preliminary and indicative, not official confirmations.
Tenvow does not guarantee absolute accuracy of the data and presents it solely for informational purposes.
All financial figures are stated in Indian Rupees (INR) and represented in crores, unless specified otherwise.
All dates and times mentioned follow Indian Standard Time (IST) (UTC +5:30).

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