Tere Ishk Mein, starring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, opened strongly at the box office with ₹16.5 crore on Day 1 and reached a total of ₹33 crore by Day 2.
Box Office Performance (as of Nov 30, 2025)
| Day | Collection | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (Nov 28, 2025) | ₹16.5 crore | One of the biggest romantic film openings of the year |
| Day 2 (Nov 29, 2025) | ₹17 crore | Strong hold, overall Hindi occupancy ~28% |
| Total (2 Days) | ₹33 crore | Steady run, trails behind Saiyaara but ahead of other recent romantic releases |
Key Highlights
- Cast: Dhanush returns to Hindi cinema after 4 years, paired with Kriti Sanon.
- Director: Anand L. Rai, marking his third collaboration with Dhanush (Raanjhanaa, Atrangi Re).
- USP: Marketed as a spiritual sequel to Raanjhanaa, with fresh chemistry between the leads.
- Reception: Positive reviews for performances and music, though story received mixed reactions.
- Occupancy Trends: Evening and night shows peaked at over 40% occupancy, with Chennai recording the highest at 45.75%.
Verdict
Tere Ishk Mein has made a solid start, crossing ₹30 crore in just two days. With strong word-of-mouth and Dhanush’s fan following, it is expected to maintain momentum through its first weekend.
Box Office Comparison: Dhanush x Aanand L. Rai Films
| Film | Release Year | Opening Day | Week 1 | Lifetime Collection | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raanjhanaa | 2013 | ₹5.03 crore | ₹33.7 crore | ~₹60 crore | Breakout hit for Dhanush in Bollywood; cult romantic drama |
| Atrangi Re | 2021 | OTT release (Disney+ Hotstar) | N/A | Limited theatrical gross (~₹2 crore overseas) | Direct-to-digital release; praised for performances but no box office run |
| Tere Ishk Mein | 2025 | ₹15–16.5 crore | ₹33 crore in 2 days | Still running | Spiritual sequel to Raanjhanaa; Dhanush’s biggest Hindi opening |
Key Insights
- Opening Strength: Tere Ishk Mein opened 3x stronger than Raanjhanaa, showing Dhanush’s growing Bollywood appeal.
- Week 1 Projection: Analysts expect it to cross ₹50–55 crore in its first week, which would surpass Raanjhanaa’s entire lifetime collection.
- Atrangi Re Contrast: Since Atrangi Re was an OTT release, it didn’t have box office numbers to compare, but Tere Ishk Mein clearly benefits from theatrical buzz.
- Audience Trend: Despite mixed reviews, strong word-of-mouth and Dhanush’s fan following are driving steady occupancy, especially in urban centers and Chennai.
Verdict
Tere Ishk Mein is shaping up to be Dhanush’s most commercially successful Hindi film, already outperforming Raanjhanaa and eclipsing Atrangi Re’s digital-only run. If momentum continues, it could cross ₹100 crore lifetime, cementing Dhanush’s position in Bollywood romantic dramas.