Sura - Rs. 71.5 lakhs

Paiyaa - Rs. 71 lakhs

Singam - Rs. 77.7 lakhs

Following the 20 lakh ceiling, there is a huge gap of 50 lakhs before the next band. The films above 70 lakhs; which can also be called the ‘first class’ openers of April and May. On the list are three films, unsurprisingly, all of them carry great star power which propelled a strong start at the box office. Sura rode on Ilaya Thalapathi’s huge popularity, Tamannah’s rising stardom and the Sun Pictures factor to go over the 70 lakh mark. Paiyaa was testimony to Karthi’s undeniably growing star power and Tamannah’s popularity. Moreover, there was Yuvan’s super hit music, all of which combined in making Paiyaa a strong opener. And, on top of them all is Suriya’s 25th film, Singam. Suriya proved that going full on commercial was not impossible for him. Hari’s racy screenplay and some peppy music by Devi Sri Prasad put the odds in Singam’s favor. And, as usual Sun Pictures were around to ensure that everyone heard the Singam roar.