Box Office: Which Kollywood movie topped 1st quarter of 2025? Dragon, Vidaamuyarchi or Madha Gaja Raja? Here’s an analysis
As the first quarter of 2025 wraps up, the Tamil film industry has already delivered a mix of commercial highs, genre experiments, and long-awaited releases and the result seems to be pretty mixed at the box office. Looking at the films that worked, the major contenders are Dragon, Vidaamuyarchi, and Madha Gaja Raja, which stood out not just for their star power but also for their content and collections. So which film truly dominated in the first quarter? Let’s break it down across collections, content, and impact. Dragon: The breakout winner of Q1Budget: ₹35 Cr | Worldwide Gross: ₹152 Cr The most happening young hero of Kollywood, Pradeep Ranganathan’s Dragon, emerged as the surprise blockbuster of the quarter. With Pradeep in the lead, alongside Kayadu Lohar and Anupama Parameswaran, the film was helmed by Oh My Kadavule director Ashwath Marimuthu. The coming-of-age comedy-drama followed Raghavan, a student who takes a dark turn into certificate fraud post-breakup, chasing money and influence at the cost of his peace. Thanks to a relatable storyline, youthful tone, and strong …



