Raayan, an action thriller directed and written by Dhanush, made its debut on July 26, 2024, with a release in Tamil and Telugu. The film marks Dhanush’s 50th movie and his second directorial venture. The movie, which has received mixed reactions from critics, features a revenge-driven storyline and showcases Dhanush’s command over his craft, despite some criticisms regarding its emotional depth and screenplay.
Box Office Performance
Upon its release, Raayan garnered significant attention and set a record for pre-release business in Dhanush’s career. However, the movie’s opening weekend collections did not meet the anticipated figures. While expectations were set high with predictions of crossing Rs 100 Crore within the first three days, Raayan achieved approximately Rs 75 Crore globally.
In India, the film grossed around Rs 43 Crore, split between Tamil and Telugu markets. Despite the mixed reviews, Raayan managed to become Dhanush’s highest weekend grosser to date. The performance of the film reflects a strong initial draw but also indicates that the audience reception was somewhat lukewarm.
Day 4 Prediction
Given the mixed reviews, the box office predictions suggest that Raayan will continue to perform steadily after its impressive opening weekend. The film’s ongoing collections are expected to stabilize, as audience reactions and word-of-mouth reviews play a crucial role in determining its long-term performance.

Synopsis
The film revolves around Raayan (played by Dhanush), a young man whose life revolves around his siblings: Muthuvelaraayan (Sundeep Kishan), Maanikyaraayam (Kalidas Jayaram), and sister Duraga (Dushara Vijayan). The plot kicks off with a confrontation involving Muthu and a gangster named Dorai (Sravanan), leading to severe repercussions. Meanwhile, Sethuram (SJ Suryah), another gangster, has a plan to eliminate Raayan. The film unfolds to reveal the motives behind Sethuram’s vendetta and the ultimate fate of Muthuvelaraayan.
Cast
- Dhanush as Raayan: The titular character, a young man entangled in a web of revenge and violence.
- SJ Suryah as Sethuram: A gangster with a sinister plan against Raayan.
- Sundeep Kishan as Muthuvelaraayan: Raayan’s brother involved in a dangerous conflict.
- Kalidas Jayaram as Maanikyaraayam: Another of Raayan’s brothers.
- Dushara Vijayan as Duraga: Raayan’s sister, adding emotional depth to the family dynamics.
- Selvaraghavan, Prakash Raj, Aparna Balamurali, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Saravanan, Aravind Akash, Jayaram, Nandha Durairaj, and Nagarjuna are also part of the impressive ensemble cast.
Crew
- Director and Writer: Dhanush
- Producer: Kalanithi Maran under the Sun Pictures banner
- Music Composer: A.R. Rahman
- Cinematographer: Om Prakash
- Editor: Prasanna GK
Conclusion
Raayan stands as a testament to Dhanush’s versatility, both as an actor and director. Despite mixed reviews, the film’s strong opening and high pre-release business showcase its potential. With its gripping revenge storyline and an ensemble cast, Raayan aims to maintain its box office momentum and engage audiences worldwide.