Thalapathy Vijay, a major star in the South Indian film industry, is all set to release his latest movie, ‘The Greatest of All Time’ (GOAT), on 5th September. Fans are eagerly waiting for this movie, which is already creating a buzz due to its massive advance bookings. The film is predicted to do exceptionally well at the box office, but a particular rumor about MS Dhoni’s cameo in the film has caught everyone’s attention.
Did Dhoni Really Appear in ‘GOAT’?
Thalapathy Vijay and MS Dhoni are two of Tamil Nadu’s most beloved figures. While Vijay reigns supreme in the world of cinema, Dhoni is a cricket legend, especially adored in Tamil Nadu for leading Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL. Given their immense popularity, there was a lot of excitement when rumors began circulating that Dhoni would make a special appearance in ‘GOAT’.
These rumors gained traction when the trailer of ‘GOAT’ showed a scene set in a cricket stadium. Fans were quick to assume that Dhoni might be part of this scene, perhaps in a cameo role. Social media was abuzz with speculation, with many eagerly looking forward to seeing the “Captain Cool” share screen space with Thalapathy Vijay.
Director Venkat Prabhu Clears the Air
However, the excitement was short-lived as Venkat Prabhu, the director of ‘GOAT’, recently addressed these rumors. He clarified that Dhoni does not appear in the film. The director shared that while there were initial discussions about including Dhoni in a cameo role, the plan didn’t materialize.
Despite this, the cricket-themed scenes in ‘GOAT’ will still have a strong connection to the sport. Venkat Prabhu mentioned that the film includes a cricket match between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, featuring images of famous cricketers from both teams. Though Dhoni himself won’t be seen on screen, his presence is felt through these references to CSK.
‘GOAT’ Dominates Advance Bookings
Even without the much-anticipated Dhoni cameo, ‘GOAT’ is already proving to be a blockbuster in the making. The film’s advance booking numbers are impressive, with reports suggesting that the movie has earned a whopping ₹11 crores on its first day of bookings. And this is just the beginning—if blocked seats are added to the total, the earnings could go beyond ₹14 crores.
In Tamil Nadu alone, the film has sold over ₹11 crores worth of tickets, where each ticket costs around ₹208. In the Telugu-speaking regions, the film has earned an additional ₹7 lakhs. With one more day left before the movie hits theaters, these numbers are expected to rise even further.
The Power of Thalapathy Vijay’s Name
Despite the absence of an elaborate promotional campaign, the name ‘Thalapathy Vijay’ seems to be more than enough to draw crowds to the theaters. His loyal fanbase is eagerly awaiting the film, and given the strong advance bookings, ‘GOAT’ is poised to be a major hit.
While fans might be disappointed by the absence of MS Dhoni in the film, the excitement for ‘GOAT’ remains undiminished. As the release date approaches, all eyes are on Thalapathy Vijay’s latest offering, which is set to create waves at the box office.
