Jiiva's latest Tamil film, 'Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil', a political satire directed by Nithish Sahadev, made a steady debut at the box office during the Pongal 2026 festival. The movie, which released on January 15, 2026, has demonstrated a significant upward trend in its collections on its second day. According to box office tracking portal Sacnilk, 'Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil' garnered an estimated ₹1.40 crore India net on its opening day. This figure was largely corroborated by other media outlets, with reports ranging from ₹1.30 crore to ₹1.50 crore India net/gross for Day 1. On its second day, January 16, 2026, the film saw a substantial jump, collecting an estimated ₹2.50 crore India net. This brings the cumulative two-day India net collection for 'Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil' to approximately ₹3.90 crore. The film's positive performance is largely attributed to encouraging word-of-mouth, leading to increased theatre occupancy, especially in the afternoon and night shows. Jiiva portrays a Panchayat President caught in chaos surrounding a wedding in a rural setting, a plotline that has resonated with audiences. 'Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil' is competing with other major Pongal releases, including 'Parasakthi' and 'Vaa Vaathiyaar', and has emerged as a notable contender in the festive box office race, particularly in Tamil Nadu. The initial box office numbers indicate a promising run for the film, capitalizing on the holiday period and audience reception for its chaotic comedy and breezy performances.