Box Office: Ajith Kumar's 'Good Bad Ugly' Crosses ₹200 Crore Worldwide, Becomes Actor's Highest-Grossing Film

CHENNAI — April 20, 2025: Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar has scored the biggest box office hit of his career with the action-comedy ‘Good Bad Ugly’, which has officially surpassed the ₹200 crore mark at the global box office. The film crossed this milestone on its ninth day, becoming Ajith’s fastest film to achieve this feat and the first Tamil film of 2025 to enter the ₹200 crore club.

With a worldwide gross of over ₹205 crore, Good Bad Ugly now stands tall as a record-shattering success and Ajith Kumar’s highest-grossing film ever, overtaking previous hits ‘Viswasam’ and ‘Thunivu’.

India and Overseas Performance Breakdown

The film has been doing exceptional business in Tamil Nadu, grossing approximately ₹123 crore in the state alone. The total India gross collection stands at around ₹148 crore, making it a pan-India box office force.

Internationally, the film has minted an impressive ₹57 crore from overseas markets, driven by strong performances in Gulf countries, Malaysia, Singapore, the U.S., and Australia, where Ajith has a dedicated fanbase.

Box Office Milestone for Mythri Movie Makers

Good Bad Ugly marks the Tamil cinema debut for Telugu production giant Mythri Movie Makers, and their entry has been nothing short of spectacular. The film’s success not only cements their place in Kollywood but also sets a new benchmark for future pan-South Indian collaborations.

With positive word-of-mouth and strong advance bookings, trade analysts predict the film could comfortably enter the ₹250 crore club by the end of its second weekend — a first for an Ajith Kumar starrer.

What’s Driving the Success?

The film, an action-comedy with Ajith in a triple-shaded role, has struck a chord with both mass and family audiences. With high-octane stunts, punchy dialogues, and entertainment-driven screenplay, it has become a festival favorite even beyond Tamil Nadu.

Critics and fans alike have praised Ajith’s charisma, comic timing, and screen presence, which have contributed heavily to the film’s repeat-viewing value and enduring box office momentum.