According to early estimates by trade tracker Sacnilk, Dude earned Rs 3.75 crore net in India on Wednesday, bringing its total domestic collection to Rs 54.05 crore. The film opened to a solid Rs 9.75 crore on day one, followed by impressive weekend growth. On Saturday, the film collected Rs 10.4 crore, while Sunday added another Rs 10.6 crore to its total.
Dude box office collection Day 6
The momentum continued through the Diwali holiday on Monday, helping the film rake in Rs 10.8 crore. However, as the festive wave slowed, Tuesday saw an 18% drop, bringing in Rs 8.75 crore. Despite the decline, Dude maintained a strong weekday hold, surpassing expectations for a mid-budget romantic comedy.
By its sixth day, the film’s worldwide gross had reportedly crossed Rs 95 crore, marking a significant climactericfor both the lead actor and debutant director.
With this success, Dude has outperformed Pradeep Ranganathan’s earlier hits. His 2022 film Love Today had collected Rs 19.55 crore by day six, while Dragon (2025) managed Rs 46.15 crore in the same period. The latest release has now established Pradeep as one of the most bankable young stars in Tamil cinema.
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Dude marks Keerthiswaran’s directorial debut, produced under the banner of Mythri Movie Makers. The film also features music by Sai Abhyankar, whose youthful and catchy compositions have been widely praised.
The story revolves around Agan (Pradeep) and Kural (Mamitha), two youngsters navigating the ups and downs of modern relationships. When Kural proposes marriage, the decision triggers a series of unexpected events that uncover deep family secrets.
Critics and audiences have applauded Pradeep and Mamitha’s chemistry, as well as the film’s emotional depth and relatable humour. However, the second half has faced criticism for losing momentum and deviating from the engaging first act. As Dude nears the end of its first week, trade experts predict that it could cross the Rs 60 crore domestic mark by Thursday.