The much-anticipated romantic comedy Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor, has completed its first week at the box office. After a promising start driven by star power, energetic promotions, and positive word of mouth from early viewers, the film has now started to show a noticeable dip in collections by Day 7 (Thursday).
Directed by Shashank Khaitan, the film marked one of the most talked-about collaborations of 2025, pairing two of Bollywood’s popular young stars in a breezy love story filled with humor, drama, and vibrant music. The film opened to solid numbers over its opening weekend, but as the weekdays rolled in, the collections began to taper off — a common trend for romantic comedies that rely heavily on initial buzz and family audiences.
According to early estimates, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari managed to earn around ₹3.5–4 crore on its seventh day, taking the total first-week collection to approximately ₹47–48 crore. While these numbers are respectable, the drop in weekday earnings indicates that the film’s momentum has slowed after its strong opening.
The Rise and the Dip
The film had opened to a decent ₹8.75 crore on its first Friday, which was followed by a noticeable jump over the weekend — with collections peaking on Sunday at around ₹12 crore. However, starting Monday, the film faced the typical weekday decline, earning ₹4.5 crore on Day 4 and continuing a downward trajectory since then. By Thursday, the slowdown had become more apparent as footfall in theaters dropped, especially in metropolitan areas.
Trade analysts attribute the dip to a combination of factors — competition from new releases, limited repeat value, and a shift in audience preference toward larger-than-life spectacles and thrillers. “While Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is a light-hearted entertainer with charming performances, it hasn’t been able to sustain its initial pace. The film had strong urban appeal but couldn’t maintain consistent traction across Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities,” said a trade insider.
Performance Across Regions
In terms of regional performance, the film did its best business in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, and Pune, where audiences responded positively to its youthful storyline and catchy soundtrack. However, collections from mass circuits like Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh were relatively lower. Multiplex audiences contributed the majority of the film’s earnings, with single-screen turnout showing a steeper drop during the week.
Audience and Critical Response
While Varun Dhawan’s comic timing and Janhvi Kapoor’s charming screen presence have been praised, critics noted that the story followed a familiar Bollywood formula — a blend of romance, family drama, and humor. Some reviewers appreciated the film’s nostalgia-driven tone and colorful presentation, reminiscent of early-2000s romantic comedies, while others felt it lacked emotional depth.
Despite the mixed reviews, fans of both leads have continued to support the film online, praising its music and chemistry between Varun and Janhvi. Songs like “Dil Sanskari” and “Tere Bina Tulsi” have become chartbusters, helping the film maintain its visibility even as collections slow down.
What Lies Ahead
With its first week wrapping up under the ₹50 crore mark, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari will now depend heavily on its second weekend performance to stay afloat. The upcoming releases are expected to offer strong competition, which could further affect the film’s business unless word of mouth helps it regain some momentum.
Trade experts suggest that the film’s lifetime collection may eventually settle in the ₹60–65 crore range, categorizing it as an average performer — commercially safe but far from a blockbuster. However, it still reinforces Varun Dhawan’s consistent box office pull and marks another credible outing for Janhvi Kapoor, who continues to diversify her filmography with roles ranging from commercial entertainers to intense dramas.
In Conclusion
At the end of its first week, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari stands as a charming, feel-good film that entertained audiences but couldn’t entirely escape the post-weekend slump. Its warm performances, foot-tapping music, and colorful vibe made it a pleasant watch, but in a marketplace dominated by high-octane action and thrillers, sustaining steady footfall for a light romantic comedy remains a challenge.
Whether the film can bounce back in its second weekend remains to be seen, but one thing is clear — Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor’s fresh pairing has left a mark, even if the box office numbers have started to cool down.
