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The hit father-son duo of Varun Dhawan and director David Dhawan has finally returned to the big screen with their latest romantic comedy, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. This release is particularly special as it marks their first theatrical collaboration in nine years. Although the pair worked together on Coolie No. 1 in 2020, that film skipped the traditional cinema route for a direct-to-digital release. This means the last time we saw a Dhawan & Dhawan entertainer in theaters was all the way back in 2017 with Judwaa 2, naturally setting the bar very high for this project. On its fifth day, the film collected a net of ₹3.85 Cr across India. What makes this number significant is that it represent a 10.0% growth compared to Monday’s collection of ₹3.50 Cr. Usually, we see films drop by 10-15% on the second weekday, but this growth indicates a strong positive word of mouth. So far, the total India net collection stands at ₹31.35 Cr, with the domestic gross reaching ₹37.32 Cr. The film is currently screening across 7,565 shows nationwide, bringing the total show count to 41,910 since its release. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A major factor behind this Tuesday growth is the steady occupancy across key regions. The film recorded an overall occupancy of 18.0% on Day 5, with significant momentum in the evening and night shows. In the National Capital Region (NCR), occupancy stood at 25.5%, peaking at 36.0% during the night. Mumbai also showed strong numbers with 25.5% overall occupancy, where the night shows saw a massive jump to 45.0%. Other regions like Pune and Bengaluru held well with 22.8% and 20.5% occupancy respectively, while cities like Lucknow and Hyderabad hovered around the 16-19% mark. The performance in national cinema chains has been a major highlight. On Tuesday, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai emerged as the top seller among new releases, second only to the ongoing run of Obsession. In the tracked national chains, PVR led the way with approximately ₹19.6 Lakhs from 1,214 shows. INOX followed with ₹11.5 Lakhs from 962 shows, and Cinepolis contributed roughly ₹6.2 Lakhs across 564 shows. Collectively, these chains brought in a gross of ₹37.3 Lakhs from 2,740 tracked shows, showing a healthy occupancy level for a weekday.Ticket booking platforms are also reflecting this momentum. In the last 24 hours alone, BookMyShow recorded sales of 67.46K tickets for the film. This takes the total number of tickets sold on the platform to 593.8K. On the global front, the film added another ₹1.00 Cr from overseas markets on Tuesday. This brings the total overseas gross to ₹10.50 Cr. When we combine the domestic and international performance, the worldwide gross collection for Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai now stands at ₹47.82 Cr. It is now on the verge of crossing the 50-crore mark worldwide by the end of its first week, which is a solid benchmark for a romantic entertainer. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) When we compare this performance to Varun Dhawan's other post-covid theatrical releases, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is carving out its own space. It has already outperformed the 5-day total of Baby John and is trending competitively against other mid-range hits. While it still has some ground to cover to reach the levels of JugJugg Jeeyo, the current growth trend is a very positive sign. Here is how the film compares to Varun Dhawan's post-covid releases in terms of five-day performance: Varun Dhawan Post-Covid Films - 5 Days ComparisonMOVIE NAMEINDIA NET (5 DAYS)WORLDWIDE GROSS (5 DAYS)JugJugg Jeeyo₹ 46.27 Cr₹ 74.50 CrBhediya₹ 35.85 Cr₹ 53.31 CrHai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai₹ 31.35 Cr₹ 47.82 CrSunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari₹ 33.25 Cr₹ 46.09 CrBaby John₹ 28.65 Cr₹ 42.93 Cr With no major releases till the next weekend, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai has a clear window to maximize its earnings. If the word of mouth remains this steady, we could be looking at a very healthy lifetime total for this Varun Dhawan starrer.

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Varun Dhawan and director David Dhawan have officially returned to the big screen with their latest romantic comedy, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. This release marks a significant moment for the father-son duo, as it is their first theatrical collaboration in nine years. While they worked together on Coolie No. 1 in 2020, that film skipped cinemas for a direct-to-digital release. Therefore, the last time this pair saw a big-screen opening was with Judwaa 2 back in 2017, making the expectations for this film quite high. On its opening day, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai collected 7.50 crore net in India across 9,081 shows. While this is a decent start for a rom-com, the numbers suggest a mixed response when compared to Varun Dhawan's recent theatrical track record. The opening is slightly lower than his post-pandemic actioner Baby John, which started with 11.25 crore, and his previous solo lead film Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, which opened at 9.25 crore. Looking at his other post-COVID releases, the film has performed on par with Bhediya (7.48 crore) but stayed below the opening of JugJugg Jeeyo (9.28 crore). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film's performance in national chains provides a clearer picture of the urban audience's interest. In the PIC (PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis) networks, the movie sold approximately 39,600 tickets on Day 1, resulting in a gross collection of 1.27 crore. PVR led the pack with nearly 21,000 tickets, followed by INOX with 12,700 and Cinepolis with 5,900. On BookMyShow, the film saw strong momentum with over 115,000 tickets sold in the last 24 hours alone, taking its total ticket sales on the platform to over 173,000. In terms of occupancy, the film saw its best footfalls in Mumbai and Bengaluru, both recording an overall occupancy of 23 percent. The National Capital Region (NCR) saw 15 percent occupancy across its 1,054 shows, while Lucknow followed closely with 21 percent. Other major markets like Pune and Ahmedabad stayed in the range of 16 to 19 percent. These numbers reflect a steady but not overwhelming start, indicating that the film will rely heavily on weekend growth and family audiences to pick up the pace. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Globally, the film has reached a worldwide gross of 11.00 crore. This includes an India gross of 9.00 crore and an overseas gross of 2.00 crore. Despite the tough competition in 2026, the film has managed to secure a spot in the top five opening days of the year so far. Here is how the leaderboard looks: Top 5 Hindi Film Openings of 2026 - Hindi NetMOVIE NAMEDAY 1 NET COLLECTIONDhurandhar 2: The Revenge₹ 99.10 CrBorder 2₹ 30.00 CrBhooth Bangla₹ 12.25 CrO Romeo₹ 8.50 CrHai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai₹ 7.50 Cr In terms of ranking among Varun Dhawan's theatrical releases in the post-pandemic era, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai stands as his fourth-best opening. It slots in behind Baby John, JugJugg Jeeyo, and Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, while just edging out the opening day figures of Bhediya. To improve its commercial standing for the year, the film will now need to demonstrate a strong growth trend over the Saturday and Sunday period.

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The final week of November turns your living room into a cinema hall with a massive lineup of digital premieres. While the theatres are busy with new releases, the OTT platforms are not holding back, dropping some of the year's most anticipated titles. Leading the pack is the star-studded Bollywood entertainer Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, bringing the chaotic chemistry of Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor to Netflix. For fans of high-octane cinema, the Hindi version of the mythological prequel Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 finally arrives, alongside the gritty Telugu actioner Mass Jathara. Whether you crave a cozy romance, a brain-teasing thriller, or a laugh-out-loud comedy, this week’s streaming list has something for every mood. Here is your complete guide to the movies hitting OTT platforms this week. OTT Releases This Week Nov 27, 2025 Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari  Comedy,Romance Netflix Language:Hindi Running Time: 2h 15m IMDB Rating: 6.2/10 View Box Office Collection→ Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is a romantic comedy centered on Sunny (Varun Dhawan) and Tulsi (Janhvi Kapoor), two individuals reeling from recent breakups. Their ex-partners, Ananya (Sanya Malhotra) and Vikram (Rohit Saraf), have moved on and are planning to marry each other. Determined to win their exes back, Sunny and Tulsi form a pact and crash the destination wedding, pretending to be a passionately in-love couple. The film follows their comedic and dramatic efforts to sabotage the nuptials and reclaim their former flames. The central question posed by the story is whether their elaborate scheme works, or if they find unexpected love with each other amidst the chaos. Nov 28, 2025 Mass Jathara Action,Drama Netflix Language:Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam Running Time: 2h 25m IMDB Rating: 4.9/10 View Box Office Collection→ The film starring Ravi Teja as Lakshman Bheri, a hot-headed railway police Sub-Inspector transferred to Adavivaram, a remote area controlled by the ruthless drug mafia led by Sivudu (Naveen Chandra). Lakshman confronts the powerful drug lord after seizing a major marijuana shipment, sparking a violent war between the honest cop and the criminal organization. Despite local corruption and lack of support, he fights to dismantle the empire. The film is a formulaic cop story driven by Ravi Teja's high-energy performance. Nov 27, 2025 Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 (Hindi) Epic drama Netflix Language: Hindi Running Time: 2h 48m IMDB Rating: 8.3/10 View Box Office Collection→ Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, a prequel set centuries before the original film, details the origin of the Daiva legend in the forests of Banavasi. The story follows Berme, a fierce warrior raised by a local tribe, who becomes the bridge between mortals and the divine. Conflict erupts when King Kulashekhara and his father attempt to seize the sacred forest land, breaking an ancient pact. Berme discovers his love interest, Princess Kanakavathi, is the true villain behind the power grab. In a climactic battle, Berme, possessed by the spirits (Daivas) Guliga and Chavundi, defeats the tyrannical royals. He disappears into a sacred well, ascending to the divine realm and restoring balance, thus establishing the legend passed down through generations. Nov 28, 2025 The Pet Detective Comedy ,Thriller Zee5 Language: Malayalam Running Time: 1h 56m IMDB Rating: 8.5/10 View Box Office Collection→ The Pet Detective (2025) is a Malayalam action-comedy about Tony (Sharaf U Dheen), a struggling private investigator who, to impress his sweetheart Kaikeyi (Anupama Parameswaran), takes a missing dog case that plunges him into a criminal conspiracy. The simple pet case escalates, entangling Tony with international smugglers, a comical Mexican mafia don, and a rival policeman (Vinay Forrt). The film is a fast-paced, comic-book-style caper with a chaotic finale in a theme park, offering a fun, stress-free watch with action and slapstick humor. Nov 28, 2025 Aaryan Crime/thriller Netflix Language: Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam Running Time: 2h 14m IMDB Rating: 7.0/10 View Box Office Collection→ Aaryan is a 2025 Tamil crime thriller about Azhagar, a failed writer who publicly announces he will commit a series of "perfect murders". The film focuses on the cat-and-mouse game between workaholic DCP Nambi and Azhagar, who leaves elaborate clues and pre-recorded messages for the police. Azhagar's motive is to force society to value "unsung heroes" by murdering them. The tension lies in the police's race against time to stop the calculated killer. Nov 28, 2025 Sasivadane Romance,Drama SUNNxt Language: Telugu Running Time: 2h 12m IMDB Rating: NA Sasivadane is a 2025 Telugu romantic drama set in the Konaseema region. The story centers on a young couple, Raghava (Rakshit Atluri) and Sasi (Komalee Prasad), whose blossoming romance is threatened by Sasi's malicious cousin. The film depicts their struggle against societal conflicts and the malevolent suitor, transforming into a "war of love" as they fight to protect their relationship. Nov 30, 2025 Karimulla Biryani Point Comedy,Thriller ETVwin Language: Telugu Running Time:NA IMDB Rating:NA Direct OTT Release Karimulla Biryani Point is a short, Telugu-language comedy in which two friends mistakenly find themselves implicated in a kidnapping after a night of heavy drinking, only to begin a frantic search for biryani while on the run. The story is part of the anthology series Katha Sudha on the streaming platform ETV Win. This week’s OTT slate offers a perfect balance between Mass energy and Class entertainment. If you are looking for a light-hearted, glossy watch with the family, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is the undisputed pick. 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The Shashank Khaitan directorial is all set for its digital premiere this November 27.Here’s a detailed look at its theatrical report card and how it stacks up against the stars' recent hits. After a theatrical run filled with festive cheer and family drama, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is ready to enter living rooms.The romantic comedy, starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor, will premiere on Netflix on November 27. Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari marks the highly anticipated third collaboration between Varun Dhawan and director Shashank Khaitan, following the massive successes of Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania and Badrinath Ki Dulhania, leading fans to dub it the "spiritual successor" to the celebrated franchise. Staying true to their signature style, the narrative revolves around Sunny (Varun) and Tulsi (Janhvi)—two contrasting personalities forced to navigate a "fake relationship" amidst the chaos of a big fat Indian wedding, resulting in a classic comedy of errors. However, the film's theatrical run wasn't without hurdles; trade analysts noted that the collections were slightly dented by the massive buzz surrounding the pan-India release Kantara: Chapter 1, which occupied a significant chunk of single screens during the same period. Below is the final breakdown of its theatrical run: India Net Collection: ₹ 61.85 Cr India Gross Collection: ₹ 73.85 Cr Overseas Collection: ₹ 24.50 Cr Worldwide Collection: ₹ 98.35 Cr With a worldwide gross of ₹ 98.35 Cr, the film narrowly missed the double-century mark (₹ 100 Cr). The Overseas collection of ₹ 24.5 Cr is a highlight, proving that the Dhawan-Khaitan trademark humor still holds strong appeal among international desi audiences. Varun Dhawan returns to his celebrated "Dulhania" roots with Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, cementing his status as the genre's reliable star. When analyzing his recent box office trajectory, the film lands in a familiar zone. It falls slightly short of his previous family entertainer, JugJugg Jeeyo, which collected approximately ₹85 Cr (India Net)—a gap likely attributed to the current saturation within the genre.Sunny Sanskari mirrors the performance of his creature-comedy Bhediya. With Bhediya having earned around ₹ 68.99 Cr India Nett .Interestingly, while Sunny Sanskari (₹ 61.85 Cr) trails slightly behind Bhediya in domestic earnings, it has outperformed Bhediya's Worldwide Collection of ₹ 94.91 Cr by grossing ₹ 98.35 Cr, largely thanks to a much stronger overseas performance (₹ 24.5 Cr vs Bhediya's ₹ 13.5 Cr). This places the new release in the same "Average" to "Semi-Hit" bracket as his earlier experimental ventures. Janhvi Kapoor continues her ascent as a commercial force following a remarkably busy year. Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari adds another significant title to her portfolio, showcasing a clear upward trend in her box office draw. Earlier this year, her romantic entertainer Param Sundari emerged as a surprise success, grossing close to ₹75 Cr worldwide. Sunny Sanskari has comfortably outperformed that benchmark with a global total of ₹98.35 Cr, effectively cementing her bankability in the romantic-comedy space. All in all, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari wraps up its theatrical journey as a respectable semi-hit. While it couldn't replicate the franchise highs of Badrinath Ki Dulhania, it successfully weathered the storm of Kantara: Chapter 1 to post healthy global numbers.With its vibrant aesthetic and light-hearted humor, the movie is tailor-made for home viewing. As it premieres on Netflix this November 27, it is expected to find a massive second wind, catering to the family audience that prefers enjoying rom-coms from the comfort of their living rooms.

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Mumbai, November 13: Ajay Devgn's much-awaited romantic comedy De De Pyaar De 2 is all set to arrive in cinemas this Friday, aiming to recreate the charm of its 2019 predecessor, which became a box office hit with a worldwide collection of around 150 crores. Directed by Anshul Sharma, the sequel marks Ajay Devgn's return to the romantic comedy space after a gap, pairing him once again with Rakul Preet Singh, and R. Madhavan joins the cast in a key role, among others. The film has been certified U/A by the CBFC with an approved runtime of 2 hours and 27 minutes, making it a family-friendly entertainer targeted at multiplex audiences. De De Pyaar De 2 buzz has been a mixed bag. After a widely appreciated trailer, the makers failed to build the buzz, which now seems to be hit and miss. The advance booking, which opened a couple of days before the release, has been lukewarm but did witness some momentum on the last day. Also read - OTT Releases This Week Nov 10 to Nov 17 - Dude, Telusu Kada, K-ramp, Dashavatar, and More The film's final pre-sales are in the range of recently released Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, which is of the same genre. SSKTK opened to close to a double-digit start. Here, DDPD2 also has the franchise factor, although it didn't help much in pre-sales, but is expected to receive some boost in spot bookings. The franchise fatigue, however, is real, and that might overpower the overall franchise value if reviews are not favourable. Considering these factors, DDPD2 is expected to open in the range of 8-10 crores net. It is believed and also suggested by the pre-sales trend that the movie's overall box office performance will heavily depend on word of mouth, especially given its genre and target audience. The original DDPD took in 10.40 crores net (including previews), and if the reviews are extremely positive, the sequel might challenge this opening start. One of the big positives for De De Pyaar De 2 is the limited competition at the box office this weekend. With no major releases lined up, the film has a clear run and could benefit from family crowds and walk-in audiences, particularly in urban centres. All eyes are now on audience reactions post-release, as positive buzz could help the film build strong momentum over the weekend and turn into another success story for Ajay Devgn. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, October 31 - Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan reunited with his director father David Dhawan for a romantic comedy Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, co-starring Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde. The film marks the fourth collaboration between father-son, who have worked earlier in Main Tera Hero (2014), Judwaa 2 (2017) and Coolie No. 1 (2020). On Friday (October 31), the makers announced the release date. Produced by Tips Films Pvt. Ltd, the much-awaited romantic comedy will be hitting worldwide cinemas on June 5, 2026. Earlier, the film was supposed to hit the big screens on April 10, 2026. The announcement was made through a simple social media post, with a caption, "Drama bhi hona hai, comedy bhi — kyunki jab'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai' in cinemas on 5th June 2026". HJTIHN also features Mouni Roy, Chunky Panday, Maniesh Paul, Jimmy Shergill, Rakesh Bedi, and Ali Asgar in pivotal roles. Drama bhi hona hai, comedy bhi — kyunki jab'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai' in cinemas on 5th June 2026 🎬✨#DavidDhawan @RameshTaurani #Maximilian@Varun_dvn @hegdepooja @manishpaul03 @jimmysheirgill@ChunkyThePanday @Roymouni @kingaliasgar @Rajesh_rosesh pic.twitter.com/7rXmnppyEk— Mrunal Thakur (@mrunal0801) October 31, 2025 Meanwhile, Varun Dhawan was last seen in Maddock Films' Thamma, in which he reprised his Bhediya role for an electrifying cameo, alongside Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead. The actor's last full-fledged release was Dharma Productions' Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, which underperformed at the box office. Mrunal, on the other hand, was last featured alongside Ajay Devgn in the comedy-entertainer, Son of Sardaar 2, while Pooja played the female lead in Suriya's actioner, Retro, which was released earlier this year in May. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, October 6 - Superstar Akshay Kumar's courtroom comedy drama Jolly LLB 3, co-starring Arshad Warsi, has had a decent hold in its third weekend at the domestic box office, despite the arrival of two new releases in the form of Kantara Chapter 1 and Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumar. Jolly LLB 3, which had already crossed 100 crores net during the second week, started its third weekend with 1.15 crores net, getting the advantage of Dusshera and Gandhi Jayanti holiday. It scored over 50% on Saturday for around 1.75 crores net, followed by another decent jump on Sunday to mint 2.15 crores. The Subhash Kapoor directorial minted approximately 5 crores net in its third weekend, pushing total net collection to 108 crores in 17 days. The third weekend trend, though, is on the lower level overall, indicating that the movie has some gas still left, which should help it reach 115 crores lifetime net collection. Jolly LLB 2 is currently the biggest grosser of the franchise with 117 crores net collections. It needs to be seen if the third instalment can cross that figure and become the biggest net grosser of the franchise. However, the movie needs to hold extremely well on the lower level to reach that mark. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, October 2 - Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's rom-com Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari has taken a decent start at the box office. The film began on a fair note in the morning shows and made steady progress throughout the day, getting the benefit of the holiday. However, due to the tough competition with Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1, the movie failed to make a big impact despite the big holiday, particularly on single screens where the Kannada action drama enjoyed dominance. According to early estimates, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari has collected in the range of 9–10 crore net on its opening day, which is broadly in line with trade expectations. The initial audience feedback is mixed, with appreciation performance and music, but divided opinions on the narrative and overall execution. With Saturday and Sunday still to come, the film's weekend trend will be crucial in determining whether it can consolidate its start and build momentum despite stiff competition. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, October 1 - Actor and director Rishab Shetty's Kantara: A Legend - Chapter 1 is one of the most awaited films of the year, riding high on the blockbuster success of 2022's Kantara that became a cultural and commercial phenomenon across the country. The prequel promises to expand the mystical folklore universe on a much grander scale, with intense visuals and rooted storytelling that connects deeply with Indian traditions. Directed and headlined once again by Shetty, and with a festive Dussehra release amid massive curiosity around how the world of Kantara began, the stage is set for a solid theatrical debut at the Indian box office, and all eyes will be on how the Hindi version of the movie fares, especially after the original movie turned into an unexpected big succees. After a slow start, the film's advance booking in the Hindi market has gained some momentum with less than a day to go for the release. So far, it has grossed approximately 2.50 crores for the opening day and is expected to close above 4 crores in pre-sales. This puts the film ahead of other recent titles such as Sky Force (3.78 crores), Sitaare Zameen Par (3.30 crores), and Jolly LLB 3 (3.23 crores) in advance sales. With this trajectory, a double-digit opening in Hindi, which once seemed tough, is now comfortably within reach. Current trends indicate an opening day in the range of 14–15 crores net, with spot bookings and walk-ins on the Dussehra holiday expected to provide a significant boost, especially in tier-2 and tier-3 centres where the film holds an upper hand in single screens. If word of mouth is positive, these figures will likely go further. Censored with a U/A certificate and carrying a runtime of 169 minutes, the film will be released in the Hindi belt by AA Films, which has ensured a wide release across multiplexes and mass circuits alike. Despite a clash with Dharma Productions’ family entertainer Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, Kantara Chapter 1 has managed to carve out a strong showcasing, thanks to its brand value and the aggressive planning by the distributor. All eyes are now on the audience reception. If the film garners positive word of mouth, Kantara Chapter 1 could turn its promising advance into a blockbuster start in the Hindi market, reaffirming the pan-India appeal of Rishab Shetty's vision. Worldwide, the film is expected to take the opening of 50+ crores. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, October 1 - Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's romantic comedy drama Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is gearing up for release this Dussehra, amid some expectations. Directed by Shashank Khaitan, the film has managed to catch the attention with songs and trailer, which is aimed at the family audience. It has been certified U/A by the CBFC and carries a runtime of 2 hours 15 minutes. Varun Dhawan and Shashank Khaitan are a proven combo, having delivered box office hits like Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania and Badrinath Ki Dulhania, and the expectations are no different this time either. However, unlike in the past, there are challenges for the film this time. While the trade is expecting this combo to hit the bull's eye, the ground buzz doesn't seem to be that strong. The advance booking of the film was opened a couple of days ago, but it hasn't found momentum with less than a day to go for the release. The pre-sales are proceeding at a slow pace, with the big momentum missing that usually accompanies a festive release. So far, the movie has accumulated approximately 1.40 crore in pre-sales and is heading for a finish around 2.50–3 crore gross for the opening day. This figure places the film below the advance sale of recent Bollywood releases like Jolly LLB 3 (3.23 crore gross) and Sitaare Zameen Par (3.30 crore gross), both of which managed to open in double digits on Day 1. Given the current trend, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari might struggle to reach that mark and is instead looking at an opening in the 8–10 crore net range domestically. The film does, however, benefit from the Dussehra holiday, which could give a crucial boost to its spot bookings, especially in urban multiplexes. The challenge lies in single screens, where Kantara: Chapter 1 is enjoying stronger buzz and demand, making the competition tougher for Varun and Janhvi’s outing. Directed by Shashank Khaitan and backed by Dharma Productions, the film also stars Sanya Malhotra and Rohit Saraf in supporting roles. With positive word of mouth and the holiday advantage, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari still has a chance to build momentum post its release, but its opening day numbers are likely to stay modest compared to recent big festive Bollywood launches. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, September 26 - The Dussehra 2025 box office clash between South biggie Kantara Chapter 1 and the much-awaited Bollywood romantic comedy Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari seems to be taking an ugly turn after the makers demand exclusive excessive showcasing for the Kantara prequel. With less than a week to go before the release, the makers of both films are leaving no stone unturned to make their films reach the maximum audience, and in between, a dispute over showcasing has started making headlines. According to the report by Bollywood Hungama, AA Films, the distributors of Kanatar 2, have sent an email to the exhibitors regarding their requirement for the shows. It is said that "they have demanded that all shows in single-screen and 12 shows in two-screen cinemas. The latter also amounts to all shows; they mention the same clearly in the mail to avoid any confusion. Shockingly, they have also asked for 18 shows in three-screen multiplexes, which, in other words, also amounts to every show." The Kantara makers are very well aware that Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumar is releasing on the same day, yet they have asked for such a showcase in the Hindi belt, which is not just unreasonable, but also laughable. An exhibitor, on condition of anonymity, told Bollywood Hungama, "I don't agree with this unreasonable demand. We understand that Kantara is a highly anticipated film. But then, even Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari also looks like a fun entertainer, which will attract family audiences and youth. Hence, I'd like to play that film as well." The report further states that AA Films has demanded 100% shows in IMAX properties, along with a higher percentage of shows in theatres with 4-screens and beyond. It needs to be seen how things turn out, but at the moment, it doesn't look like the game is fair. Stay tuned...

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Here is the Hindi movie Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari box office collection, which is a romantic comedy film. This film is directed by Shashank Khaitan and produced by Dharma Productions Mentor Disciple Entertainment. ## Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari stars Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf in key roles. ## Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Review - Coming Soon! ## Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language [See Footfalls] DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Thursday] ₹ 9.25 Cr - Day 2 [1st Friday] ₹ 5.5 Cr -40.54% Day 3 [1st Saturday] ₹ 7.5 Cr 36.36% Day 4 [1st Sunday] ₹ 7.75 Cr 3.33% Day 5 [1st Monday] ₹ 3.25 Cr -58.06% Day 6 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 3.25 Cr 0.00% Day 7 [1st Wednesday] ₹ 2.35 Cr -27.69% Day 8 [2nd Thursday] ₹ 2.25 Cr -4.26% Week 1 Collection ₹ 41.1 Cr - Day 9 [2nd Friday] ₹ 2.25 Cr 0.00% Day 10 [2nd Saturday] ₹ 3.5 Cr 55.56% Day 11 [2nd Sunday] ₹ 3.5 Cr 0.00% Day 12 [2nd Monday] ₹ 1.25 Cr -64.29% Day 13 [2nd Tuesday] ₹ 1.5 Cr 20.00% Day 14 [2nd Wednesday] ₹ 1 Cr -33.33% Day 15 [3rd Thursday] ₹ 1 Cr 0.00% Week 2 Collection ₹ 14 Cr -65.94% Day 16 [3rd Friday] ₹ 1 Cr 0.00% Day 17 [3rd Saturday] ₹ 1.15 Cr 15.00% Day 18 [3rd Sunday] ₹ 1.25 Cr 8.70% Day 19 [3rd Monday] ₹ 0.8 Cr -36.00% Day 20 [3rd Tuesday] ₹ 0.35 Cr -56.25% Day 21 [3rd Wednesday] ₹ 0.4 Cr 14.29% Day 22 [4th Thursday] ₹ 0.3 Cr -25.00% Week 3 Collection ₹ 5.25 Cr -62.50% Day 23 [4th Friday] ₹ 0.2 Cr -33.33% Day 24 [4th Saturday] ₹ 0.32 Cr 60.00% Day 25 [4th Sunday] ₹ 0.38 Cr 18.75% Day 26 [4th Monday] ₹ 0.07 Cr -81.58% Day 27 [4th Tuesday] ₹ 0.1 Cr 42.86% Day 28 [4th Wednesday] ₹ 0.1 Cr 0.00% Day 29 [5th Thursday] ₹ 0.06 Cr -40.00% Week 4 Collection ₹ 1.23 Cr -76.57% Day 30 [5th Friday] ₹ 0.03 Cr -50.00% Day 31 [5th Saturday] ₹ 0.05 Cr 66.67% Day 32 [5th Sunday] ₹ 0.07 Cr 40.00% Day 33 [5th Monday] ₹ 0.02 Cr -71.43% Day 34 [5th Tuesday] ₹ 0.02 Cr 0.00% Day 35 [5th Wednesday] ₹ 0.02 Cr 0.00% Day 36 [6th Thursday] ₹ 0.01 Cr -50.00% Week 5 Collection ₹ 0.22 Cr -82.11% Day 37 [6th Friday] ₹ 0.01 Cr 0.00% Day 38 [6th Saturday] ₹ 0.01 Cr 0.00% Day 39 [6th Sunday] ₹ 0.01 Cr 0.00% Day 40 [6th Monday] ₹ 0 Cr -100.00% Day 41 [6th Tuesday] ₹ 0 Cr 0.00% Day 42 [6th Wednesday] ₹ 0.01 Cr 0.00% Day 43 [7th Thursday] ₹ 0.01 Cr 0.00% Week 6 Collection ₹ 0.05 Cr -77.27% Day 44 [7th Friday] ₹ 0 Cr -100.00% Total ₹ 61.85 Cr - ## Take Subscription To See Footfalls ## India Net Collection ₹ 61.85 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 98.35 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 24.5 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 73.85 Cr ## Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Verdict: Coming Soon ## Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Screen count ## India: - ## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 2nd October 2025 ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.