Cast & Crew Details
- Rajinikanth as Kaala Karikalan
- Nana Patekar as Haridev Abhayankar (Antagonist)
- Huma Qureshi as Zareena
Directed by: Pa. Ranjith
Produced by: Dhanush (Wunderbar Films)
Music by: Santhosh Narayanan
Superstar Rajinikanth’s Kaala, directed by Pa. Ranjith, was one of the most anticipated films of 2018. However, despite its strong social message and Rajinikanth’s powerful presence, the film failed to meet expectations at the box office.
Area wise Breakdown of Kaala Final Box Office Collection
| Territory | Share Collection (₹ Cr) | Gross Collection (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | 33cr | 60.00 |
| Andhra Pradesh & Telangana | 8cr | 14.20 |
| Karnataka | 7cr | 14.60 |
| Kerala | 3cr | 6.70 |
| Rest of India | 5.5cr | 14.00 |
| India Total | 56.5cr | 109cr |
| Overseas | 24.5cr | 52.5cr |
| Worldwide Total Gross | 81cr | 161cr |
Note: The data is taken from various sources and may not be 100% accurate. Actual figures may vary.
Verdict: A Box Office Disaster
Despite a ₹161 Cr worldwide gross, Kaala was a huge financial loss due to its high budget and poor ROI (Return on Investment). The film failed to capitalize on Rajinikanth’s star power, making it one of his biggest box office disappointments.
