Overview:
Idli Kadai Day 5 Box Office: Dhanush's family drama earns ₹7.2 Cr gross in India on Sunday, total worldwide hits ₹50.6 Cr amid steady buzz!
Idli Kadai (Idli Kottu), the new Tamil drama from Dhanush who pulls double duty as director and lead, is getting a lot of love for its down to earth story about family, culture, and chasing dreams. Folks are buzzing about how it hits home with themes like non violence and parent kid bonds, with standout bits like the emotional pre climax talk and that eagle scene giving people chills.
Theaters in Tamil Nadu are seeing solid crowds, with occupancy around 45 50% on average during the week, jumping to 70% in spots like Chennai and Trichy over the weekend. Social media is full of shares from fans calling it a refreshing feel-good flick in tough times, and word-of-mouth is helping it hold steady despite mixed reviews.
The film dropped on October 1, 2025, with okay pre bookings but built hype thanks to Dhanush’s track record and the cast lineup Nithya Menen, Arun Vijay, Rajkiran, and more plus GV Prakash’s tunes that add real heart.
Shot on a 100 crore budget, it kicked off with about 13 crore gross in India on day 1, dipped a bit to 12 crore on day 2, then 6.6 crore on day 3, and 7.25 crore on day 4 as weekend vibes kicked in. Overseas, it’s pulled in around 5 crore so far, with steady pulls from the US and Gulf areas.
Idli Kadai Day 5 Box Office Collection
| Day | Date | India Gross(₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|
| Day 5 | Sunday, October 5 | ₹7.2 crore |
| Lifetime India Net | ₹38.65 crore | |
| Lifetime India Gross | ₹45.5 crore | |
| Lifetime Worldwide Gross | ₹50.6 crore |
Disclaimer:
The box office figures shared in this article are independently compiled and estimated through our in‑house tracking system, which analyses theatre occupancy trends, distributor inputs, and regional trade signals. These numbers reflect the most accurate industry insights available at the time of publishing. While minor variances may occur compared to final official tallies, the data presented here is considered a reliable representation of the film’s commercial performance.
Future Box Office Prediction
Idli Kadai looks set for a decent run if the positive chatter keeps up, possibly adding another 15-20 crore in India over the next week with no big clashes till Diwali. Worldwide, it could push toward 80-90 crore lifetime, but breaking even on that 100 crore budget might need stronger overseas legs and holiday boosts.
Wrapping up, Idli Kadai shows Dhanush nailing it as a storyteller, turning a simple village tale into something folks connect with it’s hanging in there at the box office amid a packed season.