Idhayam Murali has opened with ₹1.90Cr net on its first day, taking its lifetime India net to ₹1.90Cr.
A modest opening for a film that relied heavily on nostalgia and Atharvaa’s core audience appeal.
Idhayam Murali has had a soft opening. The film, which carries emotional weight as a tribute to Atharvaa’s late father (veteran actor Murali), failed to generate strong pre-release excitement or widespread mass appeal. Early audience reactions have been mixed — many have appreciated the nostalgic tone, breezy narration, and Atharvaa’s sincere performance. However, several viewers and critics have pointed out that the film feels underwritten, with limited emotional depth and an overly stretched runtime.
The comedy portions and cameos have worked for some sections of the audience, but the central romantic drama hasn’t landed as strongly as expected. In a week with multiple new releases, Idhayam Murali struggled to create a strong identity for itself.
Given its relatively low budget, the film doesn’t need blockbuster numbers to recover its cost. However, it will require positive word-of-mouth and steady holds over the next few days to have a meaningful theatrical run.