Tamil filmmaker and producer Atlee shared a big dream at the success meet for Baththa, starring Vijay Sethupathi. "I'd love to take a film like Baththa to the Oscars, and wish it had a journey similar to that of Parasite (Korean Oscar winner)," he said.
The period action-comedy-drama Baththa hit theatres on October 1, 2026. The Tamil movie has now completed five days in cinemas, and as expected, saw a dip in collections on the weekday after a strong box office run over the weekend.
Baththa Box Office Collection
As per Sacnilk, Baththa collected Rs 1.30 crore net on Day 5, across 1,214 shows in India, with 25% occupancy on Monday.
With this, the film's total net collection in India has reached Rs 11.35 crore, while its gross earnings stand at Rs 13.18 crore.
The Monday dip comes after the film's strongest stretch yet over the weekend, with Sunday turning out to be its best-performing day so far.
Day | Date | Gross Collection | Net Collection | Shows | Occupancy |
Day 1 | 1 Oct 2026 (1st Thursday) | Rs 1.73 Crore | Rs 1.50 Crore | 1,337 | 24.0% |
Day 2 | 2 Oct (1st Friday) | Rs 3.15 Crore | Rs 2.70 Crore | 1,187 | 47.0% |
Day 3 | 3 Oct (1st Saturday) | Rs 3.20 Crore | Rs 2.75 Crore | 1,222 | 45.0% |
Day 4 | 4 Oct (1st Sunday) | Rs 3.60 Crore | Rs 3.10 Crore | 1,290 | 48.0% |
Day 5 | 5 Oct (1st Monday) | Rs 1.50 Crore | Rs 1.30 Crore | 1,214 | 25.0% |
Grand Total (Net Collection) | — | — | Rs 11.35 Crore | — | — |
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Baththa Movie Reviews
On X, reviewers have been calling Baththa soulful, with many appreciating how it steers clear of unnecessary mass elements. Audiences appear to be genuinely enjoying the entertainer on the big screen.
#Baththa is super entertaining without relying on the usual unnecessary commercial mass elements. 🔥 Every 5 minutes, there’s either a hilarious scene or a clap-worthy moment! 😂👏 Don’t miss this soulful, fun-filled and emotionally rich entertainer in cinemas. ❤️🎬 @VijaySethuOffl @Atlee_dir @starstudio18_ @aforapple_offcl @Cine1Studios
— Balaji (@RDBalaji) October 1, 2026
#Baththa A Wholesome Entertainer That Strikes the Right Chords! A very simple story set in a single village, but it works because of the way it is written and narrated. The director neatly blends suspense, thriller elements, comedy, and emotion, with most of it landing well. The film does feel stretched in places and the pacing dips here and there, but it never stops being engaging. The climax justification feels a convenient and could’ve been handled better, though the heartwarming feel stays intact till the end. Vijay Sethupathi and Sabari are superb, with the rest of the cast also doing well. Sai Abhyankar’s music is okay, but it could’ve been much better especially during some key scenes. Simple at its core, but the writing, performances, and heart make this work well! Rating: 3.25/5
— Venky Reviews (@venkyreviews) October 3, 2026
#BaththaReview 🎬 Watched #Baththa Decent heart warming watch❤️ The first half is fun with good comedy, and child actor #SaiPrithviraj is fabulous. His bond with #VijaySethupathi works really well, with both performances shining. The second half is decent with a few dips and the editing could have been tighter in both halfs of the movie. @SaiAbhyankar music is a big plus. Overall, an emotional and feel good movie. Waiting for the Telugu dubbing! If you miss it in theatres, it’s definitely a good OTT watch. Bottom line: An innocent child brings out the human in a gangster. ❤️ #Baththa #VijaySethupathi #SaiPrithviraj #SaiAbhyankar #Atlee
— harshavardhanbasava (@imharshavardhan) October 1, 2026
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What We Know About Baththa?
Set against the backdrop of 1986 retro Madras, the movie follows a feared local gangster named Baththa, played by Vijay Sethupathi.
Things take a turn when an eight-year-old boy accidentally locks him inside a deserted school restroom. What starts off as a bizarre, almost comic situation gradually turns into the emotional heart of the film, as an unlikely bond forms between the hardened criminal and the child, pushing Baththa to confront a softer, more vulnerable side of himself.
Baththa marks the third collaboration between Vijay Sethupathi and director Balaji Tharaneetharan, following Tharaneetharan's directorial debut Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom (2012) and Seethakaathi (2018).
Directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan, Baththa is produced by Murad Khetani, Priya Atlee, Alok Jain and Ajit Andhare, and presented by Tamil filmmaker Atlee.
FAQ
1. What is the budget of Vijay Sethupathi's Baththa?
The movie is reportedly mounted on a budget of Rs 28 crore.
2. Is Baththa a hit or flop?
The Tamil movie is having a decent run at the box office following positive word of mouth.