The film earned Rs 6.75 crore on Thursday in paid previews which was the highest collections for a film, through paid previews. The film also earned the highest opening day collection with Rs 33.12 crore. On Saturday and Sunday it grossed Rs 28.05 crore and Rs 32.5 crore respectively.

The Disney UTV and Red Chillies Entertainment flick was directed by Rohit Shetty.

Gaurav Verma, Director – India Theatrical Distribution, Studios, Disney UTV said, “It has been an unprecedented and overwhelming response. Chennai Express has shown amazing sustenance post first day record opening and maintained it on second and third day which shows how well it is being accepted and loved by the audiences.”