Here's where Kamal Haasan will watch the Vikram FDFS, details inside

Kamal Haasan's Vikram will clash with Akshay Kumar's Prithviraj and Adivi Sesh's Major, this Friday

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Excitement is at its peak for Kamal Haasan fans as Vikram is hitting the screens on June 3. Ulaganayagan has been touring across India to promote the Lokesh Kanagaraj-directorial, as the film is releasing in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi and Malayalam. The 67-year-old actor-politician has impressed fans by promoting the movie around the clock, already! And, if everything goes well, Kamal Haasan is expected to catch the Vikram First Day First show at Rohini Theatre, at around 4 am. It has been a while since he watched his film with his fans.

Vikram will clash with Akshay Kumar's Prithviraj and Adivi Sesh's Major, this Friday. The Hindi version of the Kamal Haasan-starrer has caused a buzz. OTT has made Vijay Sethupathi and Fahadh Faasil popular in the north, while Kamal Haasan is an important name in the industry. Naturally, Vikram stands a good chance of giving Prithviraj and Major a tough battle, if this film's content appeals to everyone.

After four years, Kamal Haasan returns to the Tamil film industry with Vikram. After starring in Vishwaroopam 2 in 2019, the actor took a break from films due to his active involvement in politics.

On its release day, Vikram, Kamal Haasan's 232nd film, is expected to make approximately Rs 60 crore, as per the trade experts. (Rs 40 crore in India; Rs 20 crore from overseas). This weekend's box office forecast predicts that the film will make Rs 150 crore.

Notably, a screening of Vikram is taking place at 3.45 am in Madurai, but the FDFS starts in other parts of Tamil Nadu at 4 am.

In addition, the latest reports indicate that Vikram has collected Rs 200 crore in pre-release business. The theatrical, satellite and OTT distribution rights for the multi-language release were bought for over Rs 200 crore.

Grapevine has it that Kamal Haasan reportedly received a salary of Rs 50 crore, for Vikram. A report published by the Times of India states that Lokesh Kanagraj was paid Rs 8 crore; while Vijay Sethupathi and Fahadh Faasil got Rs 10 crore and Rs 4 crore; respectively for playing their roles.

Bankrolled by Raaj Kamal Films International, besides featuring Vijay Sethupathi and Fahadh Faasil, Vikram also has Antony Varghese, Arjun Das, Gayathrie, Kalidas Jayaram, Narain and Shivani Narayanan, in supporting roles.

Suriya, known for his performances in Soorarai Potturu and Jai Bhim, will also play a cameo role in the film.

Vikram’s technical crew comprises composer Anirudh Ravichander, cinematographer Girish Gangadharan and editor Philomin Raj.

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