Kanguva's Box Office Struggle: A Shocking Setback for Suriya

Makers promoted Kanguva as a massive Pan-India blockbuster, but its performance shocked everyone.

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Despite a wide release, Kanguva grossed only ₹80 crores worldwide after a disappointing weekend.

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With poor weekday collections and negative reviews, crossing the ₹100 crore mark seems unlikely.

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To salvage the situation, makers trimmed 20 minutes and adjusted sound mixing complaints.

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Amaran, meanwhile, is unstoppable, already earning ₹275 crores and nearing the ₹300 crore milestone.

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This direct competition from Amaran threatens any chance of a turnaround for Kanguva.

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Audiences mocked Kanguva’s inflated box office claims, further tarnishing its reputation.

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Makers hope revised edits attract new audiences, but Amaran’s dominance creates tough odds.

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Suriya’s fans are disappointed, dubbing this the biggest disaster in his career to date.

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The burning question: Can Kanguva bounce back, or is it destined to sink deeper?

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