Pradeep Ranganathan’s film Dude performed commendably in its initial five days, accumulating approximately ₹50.30 crore in India. On the sixth day, it added ₹3.75 crore, bringing the total to about ₹54 crore. The film has gained popularity in both Tamil and Telugu markets. On the sixth day, around 30% of seats were filled in Tamil cinemas, while Telugu theaters saw about 16% occupancy. In Tamil Nadu, cities such as Chennai and Pondicherry attracted significant audiences, with Pondicherry recording the highest turnout. In Telugu regions like Hyderabad and Guntur, attendance was lower, yet still notable. Directed by Keerthiswaran and produced by Mythri Movie Makers, Dude stars Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju.
The film continues to perform well, with many fans still attending screenings.
