Sivakarthikeyan and Karthik Subbaraj's appearance for Ajith's 'Good Bad Ugly' screening grabs attention

The First Day First Show (FDFS) celebrations of 'Good Bad Ugly' in Chennai turned even more special as stars and fans came together to enjoy Ajith Kumar’s latest action-packed entertainer. Director Adhik Ravichandran and his core team were present among the crowd, celebrating the moment they had long awaited. Adding to the emotional moment, Ajith’s wife Shalini and their children were also seen at a Chennai theatre, catching the film amidst roaring fans. Their presence was met with overwhelming excitement and affection from the crowd, highlighting the strong emotional bond Ajith shares with his fans.
Industry comes together
In a heartwarming gesture of industry camaraderie, actor Sivakarthikeyan and director Karthik Subbaraj – both not part of the film – surprised fans by joining the FDFS celebrations. Their entry drew loud cheers, with videos from the theatre showing both stars thoroughly enjoying the film alongside the masses. This marks another instance of Sivakarthikeyan being a true fanboy, having earlier joined the FDFS of Vikram’s Veera Dheera Sooran as well, showcasing his love for cinema and support for fellow actors.

Unity in celebration
The unity and mutual respect among stars have added an extra layer of warmth to Good Bad Ugly's already vibrant opening. The film, starring Ajith, Trisha, SJ Suryah, Simran, Arjun Das, and more, has opened to packed houses and euphoric reactions across the globe, with fans turning the release day into a festival. The sight of celebrities joining hands with the audience to celebrate the magic of cinema is a testament to the unifying power of Tamil films.
Box office roars loud
Ajith Kumar’s 'Good Bad Ugly' opened to a stellar response at the box office, raking in over Rs 30 crore worldwide in advance bookings. The film saw packed theatres across Tamil Nadu with over Rs 20 crore from pre-sales in the state alone. Nationally, it recorded the second-highest day-one pre-sales of 2025. With the Tamil New Year weekend boost, the film is set for a blockbuster run.