'Leo' Pre-release Business: What's the Box Office Target?

"Leo," the highly anticipated action thriller starring Thalapathy Vijay, has created immense excitement in the Kollywood industry. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, known for his consistent box-office successes, the film is generating massive expectations.

Trade experts are speculating that if "Leo" receives favorable reviews, it could surpass Lokesh's previous blockbuster, "Vikram," further adding to the anticipation surrounding the project.

One remarkable aspect of "Leo" is its worldwide pre-release business, which has already set records, primarily driven by the incredible craze among fans. In the Tamil version alone, the film has achieved a staggering 200 crore rupees in business, indicating its immense popularity.

Here's a breakdown of the film's pre-release business in various regions

Tamil Nadu: 100 Cr

Kerala: 16 Cr

Karnataka: 15 Cr

Telugu States: 22 Cr

Rest of India (ROI): 10 Cr

Overseas: 65 Cr

WW Total: 228 Cr

Another highlight of the movie is the reunion of the iconic Vijay-Trisha duo after a hiatus of 15 years, with their last collaboration being "Kuruvi" in 2008. Additionally, "Leo" marks the second collaboration between Vijay and director Lokesh Kanagaraj following the success of "Master." The film also boasts a star-studded cast, including Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, Mysskin, Gautam Vasudev Menon, and Sandy, with Anirudh Ravichander composing the music. With such a promising team and record-breaking pre-release business, "Leo" is undoubtedly one of the most eagerly awaited films in the Kollywood industry this year.