Raghava Lawrence’s “Jigarthanda Double X” Emerges Victorious Over Karthi’s “Japan” in Opening Weekend Box Office Showdown 

The Diwali weekend witnessed an intense clash between two highly anticipated Tamil movie releases, Raghava Lawrence’s “Jigarthanda Double X” and Karthi’s “Japan.” Both films debuted on November 10, 2023, marking a significant showdown in the box office race. As the festive fervor enveloped audiences, these movies captured attention with their star-studded casts and compelling narratives.
The Face-Off:
“Jigarthanda Double X,” directed by Karthik Subbaraj, stands as an independent prequel to the acclaimed 2014 film “Jigarthanda.” Starring Raghava Lawrence and S. J. Suryah, the film received applause from audiences, setting a strong pace at the box office. In contrast, “Japan,” directed by Murugan and featuring Karthi and Anu Emmanuel in leading roles, garnered mixed responses, creating a palpable buzz about which film would reign supreme.
Box Office Showdown:
According to industry tracking data from Sacnilk, “Jigarthanda Double X” showcased robust performance in its initial three days, accumulating a total of ₹11.79 crore in net earnings across India. The film secured an impressive ₹7.19 crore in the first two days and continued its success with around ₹4.6 crore on the third day.
On the other hand, “Japan” amassed approximately ₹10.05 crore in net earnings during its opening weekend. Despite a promising start with ₹7.17 crore in the first two days, the film faced a slight decline, recording about ₹2.88 crore on the third day.
The Victory:
The initial box office collections favor “Jigarthanda Double X,” marking it as the triumphant contender in this showdown. Raghava Lawrence and S. J. Suryah’s film outshone “Japan,” maintaining a consistent and stronger earning trajectory over the opening weekend.

The clash between “Jigarthanda Double X” and “Japan” on the Diwali weekend unveiled the triumph of Raghava Lawrence’s film at the box office. With a compelling storyline and positive audience reception, “Jigarthanda Double X” emerged as the clear winner in this battle of theatrical releases. As the films continue their theatrical run, the audience’s preferences and the films’ performances will continue to shape the narrative of this box office clash.