Master earned the Blockbuster verdict — a film that significantly exceeded its break-even point and delivered strong returns for all stakeholders. With ₹215 Cr India nett against a reported budget of ₹100 Cr, representing a 215% return on production cost, the film demonstrates the rare combination of wide audience reach and sustained theatrical momentum. A Blockbuster in Indian cinema is not just profitable — it is a film that found a genuine mass audience and kept them coming back.
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Master was reportedly made on a budget of ₹100 Cr. Against that investment, the film collected ₹215 Cr India nett — a 2.1x multiple on production cost and a 215% return on the reported budget. Worldwide gross reached ₹215 Cr, including overseas contribution of ₹75 Cr.
Break-even at the Indian box office typically requires approximately 1.5x the production budget once prints, advertising and distribution costs are factored in — placing the break-even threshold for Master at roughly ₹150 Cr India nett. The film cleared this threshold, resulting in the Blockbuster verdict.
Master is classified as a Blockbuster by Boxoffy. The film collected ₹215 Cr India nett against a reported budget of ₹100 Cr. The film was commercially profitable.
Master collected ₹215 Cr India nett at the box office, with a worldwide gross of 215 Cr. The India nett figure represents collections after GST extraction, as reported by Box Office India and cross-referenced with Sacnilk and Pinkvilla.
Master released in 2021 and is likely available on major Indian streaming platforms. Check Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5 and SonyLIV for current availability, as OTT rights shift periodically.
Master was directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The 2021 Tamil film earned a Blockbuster verdict at the Indian box office, collecting ₹215 Cr India nett.