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The Indian box office witnessed a fierce competition among five films, with 'The Conjuring: Last Rites' dominating with Rs 18 crore on its opening day. Sivakarthikeyan's 'Madhraasi' followed with Rs 13 crore, while 'Baaghi 4' earned Rs 12 crore with a 'Buy One Get One' offer. Other releases, 'Ghaati' and 'The Bengal Files,' lagged behind in initial collections.

AR Murugadoss's 'Madharaasi,' starring Sivakarthikeyan, has sparked mixed reactions upon its release. While some praise the film's engaging setup, Sivakarthikeyan's performance, and Anirudh's music, others criticize the writing and execution. The psychological action thriller, featuring Rukmini Vasanth and Vidyut Jammwal, seems to divide audiences with its blend of action, drama, and romance.