1 / 6Filmmaker Mani Ratnam’s movie Ponniyin Selvan 2 has made a massive opening at the box office, grossing over ₹150 crore in just three days worldwide.2 / 6In the US, the movie has collected $3.6 million (approximately ₹29 crore) in its first weekend, as per trade sources.3 / 6The second part in the Ponniyin Selvan franchise is centred on the return of Arunmozhi Varman and Nandini taking revenge on the Cholas.4 / 6While trade experts predict that Ponniyin Selvan 2 may not collect as much as the first part at the box office, the makers have already made heavy profits from PS1.5 / 6The film did not have early morning shows in Tamil Nadu on release day, affecting opening day numbers, due to a court case.6 / 6Despite these challenges, the franchise's first part grossed over ₹500 crore globally during its theatrical run, making it the highest-grossing Tamil film of all time in Tamil Nadu.