Big Shock for Vishal!

Actor Vishal, who made his directorial debut with Makutam, appears to have faced a disappointing start at the box office. After director Ravi Arasu reportedly stepped away from the project, Vishal took over the directorial responsibilities while also playing the lead role. However, the film failed to receive the expected response. From the first day itself, it reportedly faced negative reactions from audiences and critics. A predictable storyline, routine treatment and familiar commercial elements are said to have worked against the film, while the lack of freshness failed to attract viewers.

The negative reviews and poor word of mouth reportedly affected the film’s theatrical performance, with weekend collections said to have remained below the Rs 2 crore mark. As a result, recovering the production costs could be challenging. Taking on the dual responsibility of actor and director, Vishal has reportedly faced a setback with the film’s performance. More clarity from the makers is awaited regarding the film’s final box-office outcome.