Idli Kadai, also known as Idli Kottu, is made on a huge budget of ₹100 Crore including all production and promotion costs. The movie has been performing quite well in its first five days at the worldwide box office. After a decent start, the film has shown strong hold over the weekend and weekdays. The total worldwide gross of Idli Kadai now stands at ₹53.85 Crore after five days of release. Critics have given mixed to positive reviews, praising its comedy timing, family emotions, and music. On IMDb, the film has received a rating of around 6.8/10 from audience votes so far, which shows a fair response from the public.
The movie stars a popular Tamil actor known for his versatile performances, and the direction has been appreciated for keeping the storytelling engaging. Despite a tough clash with other Tamil releases like Madharaasi and Raayan, Idli Kadai has managed to hold its ground due to good word of mouth in Tamil Nadu and some overseas markets.
Idli Kadai India Net Box Office
In India, Idli Kadai has done very well in its first five days. The film opened to solid numbers, collecting ₹13 Crore net on Day 1 across India. The second day saw slight growth due to positive word of mouth, and the movie continues to attract family audiences in Tamil Nadu and major cities. The total India net box office after five days is estimated at around ₹45 Crore, which is a strong figure considering the competition.
Tamil Nadu remains the main contributor with excellent occupancy, especially in Chennai, Coimbatore, and Madurai. The collections in other states like Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka are fair but not extraordinary.
Idli Kadai Indian Grossed Box Office
In terms of gross business from India, Idli Kadai has earned around ₹48 Crore so far. The film started with a ₹13 Crore gross opening, which is the 8th highest opening of 2025 among Tamil films, just behind Madharaasi and Dhanush’s Raayan. The strong hold during the weekend and stable weekday figures have helped it maintain momentum.
The Tamil Nadu market alone contributed nearly ₹10.8 Crore on the first day and continues to remain the biggest revenue zone for the film. Audiences have connected well with the family-centric story and humor, which is why the film has shown good repeat value in regional centers.
Idli Kadai Worldwide Grossed
Globally, Idli Kadai has grossed ₹53.85 Crore after its 5-day run. On its fifth day, the movie earned around ₹8 Crore worldwide, maintaining steady momentum after a strong opening weekend. The overseas market added a good push, with around ₹2.5 Crore coming from the first-day overseas earnings. The total overseas business so far is estimated to be around ₹6 Crore.
The film had a small advance booking in the USA of $9,467 but managed to attract Tamil audiences across Malaysia, Singapore, and the Gulf region. With continued positive word of mouth, the movie could soon cross the ₹60 Crore mark if it sustains through the second weekend.
Idli Kadai Day Wise Box Office Collection (India + Worldwide)
Day 1: ₹15.55 Crore gross worldwide (India ₹13 Crore gross, Tamil Nadu ₹10.8 Crore gross, Overseas ₹2.5 Crore gross)
Day 2: ₹14.1 Crore gross worldwide (India ₹12 Crore gross)
Day 3: ₹7.7 Crore gross worldwide
Day 4: ₹8.5 Crore gross worldwide
Day 5: ₹8 Crore gross worldwide
Total till now: ₹53.85 Crore gross worldwide
The day-wise trend shows a strong start, followed by a minor dip mid-week and steady hold after Day 4. Considering its ₹100 Crore budget, Idli Kadai needs strong second-week numbers to enter the hit zone.
Idli Kadai Hit Or Flop
Idli Kadai has performed well in its first week but still has a long way to go to achieve hit status. The movie’s total budget is ₹100 Crore, including promotional costs. The pre-release business stood at around ₹50 Crore worldwide, which includes:
- Tamil Nadu – ₹35 Crore
- Andhra Pradesh/Telangana – ₹5 Crore
- Karnataka – ₹3 Crore
- Rest of India – ₹2 Crore
- Overseas – ₹5 Crore
To be declared a Hit, Idli Kadai needs to collect at least ₹100 Crore worldwide or a ₹50 Crore distributor share. At present, with ₹53.85 Crore worldwide gross, it is performing decently but still needs growth in the coming days. If it continues to attract family audiences in Tamil Nadu and urban centers, it could reach the break-even mark soon.
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About The Movie
Idli Kadai (Idli Kottu) is a Tamil-language comedy-drama that brings a perfect mix of humor and heartwarming emotions. The movie focuses on family values, middle-class struggles, and the bond between food and relationships. Directed with a light-hearted tone, the film has some memorable dialogues and situational comedy that keep audiences entertained throughout.
The music of the film has received appreciation, with songs that have become popular among youth. The cinematography captures the essence of local Tamil culture beautifully. Critics appreciated the director’s effort to make a simple yet engaging family entertainer in a time when action thrillers dominate the Tamil industry.
With strong performances and relatable content, Idli Kadai appeals especially to the family audience and older generation. The film’s emotional climax and humor-driven writing make it a good theatrical experience.
Top Opening Days Of 2025 Tamil Movies
Here’s a list of some of the biggest opening day performers of 2025 Tamil cinema so far:
• Madharaasi – ₹25.3 Crore gross
• Raayan – ₹22.5 Crore gross
• Coolie – ₹21.7 Crore gross
• Thug Life – ₹18.9 Crore gross
• Amaran – ₹17.8 Crore gross
• They Call Him OG (Tamil dubbed) – ₹16.4 Crore gross
• Sikandar (Tamil dubbed) – ₹15.9 Crore gross
• Idli Kadai – ₹15.55 Crore gross
• Leo 2 – ₹14.6 Crore gross
• Kanguva – ₹13.9 Crore gross
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