‘Dragon’ Scores Big at Box Office, Netflix Release Confirmed

Pradeep Ranganathan’s latest film Dragon has delivered an impressive box-office performance since its theatrical release on February 21, 2025. Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, known for Oh My Kadavule, the Tamil-language coming-of-age comedy-drama will be available for streaming on Netflix after its run in cinemas, as per OTT Play.

The film opened with a strong first-day collection of Rs 6.5 crore in India. Over the weekend, earnings surged, with Rs 10.8 crore on Saturday and Rs 11.5 crore on Sunday. Within three days, domestic revenue reached Rs 28.8 crore.

The Tamil version contributed significantly, grossing Rs 5.4 crore on day one, Rs 9.05 crore on the second day, and Rs 11.5 crore on Sunday. The Telugu-dubbed version also performed well, collecting Rs 1.1 crore on its opening day and Rs 1.75 crore the following day. On February 23, Tamil screenings recorded a 70.29% occupancy rate, with peak attendance during afternoon and evening shows.

According to box-office tracking platform Sacnilk, Dragon has earned Rs 73 crore domestically. Internationally, total earnings have surpassed Rs 115 crore, making it the second-highest-grossing Tamil film of 2025.

Dragon follows the journey of a young man who graduates with 48 backlogs. Despite securing a successful career, circumstances force him to return to college to clear his arrears. The film features Pradeep Ranganathan in the lead role, supported by Anupama Parameswaran, Kayadu Lohar, George Maryan, K. S. Ravikumar, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and Mysskin.

Produced by AGS Entertainment, Dragon marks the first collaboration between Pradeep Ranganathan and Ashwath Marimuthu. The project was initially announced in April 2024 under working titles #AGS26 and #PradeepAshwathCombo, before its official title was revealed. Principal photography began in May 2024 in Chennai and concluded in October. The film's technical crew includes composer Leon James, cinematographer Niketh Bommireddy, and editor Pradeep E. Ragav.