Chennai, January 4, 2026
Vikram Prabhu-starrer “Sirai” has quietly emerged as one of the biggest sleeper hits of the holiday season, delivering impressive box office numbers despite its low-budget scale. Released on December 25, 2025, the Tamil police procedural has entered its 11th day in theaters and continues to show remarkable staying power.
As of January 4, 2026, Sirai has recorded an estimated worldwide gross of ₹18–20 crore, an exceptional figure considering the film was reportedly made on a modest budget of around ₹3 crore. The film has already moved deep into the profit zone, making it one of the most cost-effective successes in recent Tamil cinema.
In India, Sirai has collected approximately ₹15.23 crore net in 10 days, while its India gross stands between ₹17.5 crore and ₹18 crore. Overseas earnings remain negligible, with the film’s performance driven almost entirely by strong domestic footfalls.
A major turning point came on January 1, 2026, when the film witnessed a significant New Year surge. On its eighth day, Sirai earned ₹2.92 crore, nearly three times its opening-day collection of ₹1.05 crore. Positive word-of-mouth and favorable critical reception played a key role in driving this jump.
Directed as a grounded police procedural drama, Sirai features Vikram Prabhu as an escort police officer navigating a tense and realistic narrative. Critics have praised the film for its restrained storytelling and authentic portrayal, helping it connect strongly with audiences.
The film’s dominance is most evident in Tamil Nadu, where it has already crossed ₹15 crore at the state box office alone. With no major Tamil releases currently competing for screens, trade analysts expect Sirai to maintain momentum through its second weekend.
