Chennai, October 12, 2026 — Vijay Sethupathi’s Tamil film Baththa has reportedly surpassed the lifetime domestic box-office collection of Merry Christmas, continuing its theatrical run into the second week.
The film has maintained a steady presence in cinemas, supported by audience interest and word of mouth. Its box-office performance has attracted attention as it moves ahead of another Vijay Sethupathi-starrer.
Baththa Collects ₹23.41 Crore in 11 Days
According to reported box-office estimates, Baththa earned approximately ₹3.20 crore net in India on its 11th day, taking its total domestic net collection to ₹23.41 crore. Its India gross collection reportedly reached around ₹27.6 crore.
The film recorded approximately 1,767 shows on Sunday, with reported occupancy of around 34%. Its Sunday earnings showed a modest increase compared with the previous day.
Baththa Box Office Collection Breakdown
| Period | India Net Collection |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | ₹15.46 crore |
| Day 9 | ₹1.65 crore |
| Day 10 | ₹3.10 crore |
| Day 11 | ₹3.20 crore |
| Total after 11 days | ₹23.41 crore |
Baththa Surpasses Merry Christmas
The film has reportedly crossed the India lifetime net collection of Merry Christmas, the 2024 thriller directed by Sriram Raghavan and starring Vijay Sethupathi alongside Katrina Kaif.
Merry Christmas collected approximately ₹20.23 crore net in India during its theatrical run. With its reported collection reaching ₹23.41 crore, Baththa has moved ahead by more than ₹3 crore.
What Is Baththa About?
Set in Madras in 1986, Baththa follows a feared local gangster whose life takes an unexpected turn when an eight-year-old boy accidentally locks him inside a school restroom.
As the two spend time together, an unlikely bond develops, prompting the gangster to confront his vulnerabilities and reconsider his relationship with his family.
The film features Vijay Sethupathi in the lead role and blends action, comedy and emotional storytelling.
Box Office Outlook
With its reported domestic net collection standing at ₹23.41 crore after 11 days, Baththa has moved beyond the reported lifetime India earnings of Merry Christmas.
Its performance in the coming days will depend on weekday collections, audience demand and competition from other films. Sustaining its second-week momentum will be important as it continues its theatrical run.
