Dhanush and Kriti Sanon’s much-awaited romantic drama Tere Ishk Mein is proving to be a strong contender at the box office. After opening to impressive numbers on Day 1, the film maintained its momentum on the second day as well, successfully crossing the Rs 30 crore mark within just 48 hours. The early response and strong footfalls reflect the audience’s growing connection with the film’s emotional narrative, powerful performances and soulful music.
On its opening day, Tere Ishk Mein delivered a solid start driven by positive pre-release buzz, strong advance bookings and the star power of Dhanush, who has already built a loyal fan base across the country. The film collected in the double digits on Day 1, setting the foundation for a promising weekend. The Day 2 growth further strengthened its position, proving that the film is resonating well, especially among youth and family audiences.
According to early estimates, the film earned noticeably higher on Saturday as compared to Friday. Multiplexes across major metros—including Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Chennai—reported an increase in occupancy. Even tier-2 cities, where mass entertainers generally perform better, witnessed steady numbers for the romantic drama. With these collections, Tere Ishk Mein comfortably crossed Rs 30 crore, establishing itself as one of the stronger openings for a romantic film in recent years.
One of the major reasons for the film’s favourable performance is the crackling chemistry between Dhanush and Kriti Sanon. Their pairing has caught the audience’s attention since the trailer release, and the emotional intensity portrayed on screen has only amplified the interest. Dhanush, known for his natural acting and deep emotional range, has delivered yet another compelling performance that many critics are already calling one of his finest in recent times. Kriti Sanon, on the other hand, shines in a role that allows her to explore mature emotions, heartbreak, and strength in equal measure.
The film’s music is another major highlight. Several tracks from the album have gone viral on social media platforms, especially Instagam reels and YouTube shorts. The title track, romantic ballads and heart-wrenching breakup songs have contributed significantly to the film’s youth appeal. Cinema experts believe that strong music always helps romantic dramas sustain longer at the box office, and Tere Ishk Mein seems to be benefiting from that pattern.
The storyline, which revolves around love, sacrifice and emotional turmoil, has also struck a nerve with viewers. Many audience members have praised the film for its powerful dialogues, well-written screenplay and relatable moments. Social media reactions show that the emotional depth of the film has been one of the strongest reasons for repeat viewings. Word-of-mouth is working in the film’s favour, which is likely to boost the Sunday collections.
Trade analysts estimate that if the film continues this upward trend, it may achieve a strong first weekend total and could even challenge the box office performance of some recent mid-budget hits. If Sunday’s numbers show a jump, Tere Ishk Mein may comfortably cross Rs 45 crore to Rs 50 crore by the end of its first weekend, which would be an impressive figure for a romantic drama.
Critics too have largely given positive reviews, appreciating the film’s emotional resonance, performances and direction. Many praised the filmmaker for balancing mass appeal with a heartfelt story. The film’s cinematography, especially the intimate, beautifully framed romantic scenes, has also been widely appreciated.
With no major competition at the box office this week, Tere Ishk Mein currently has a clear runway to maximise its earnings before the next big release hits theatres. The strong Day 2 collections indicate that audiences are showing up in large numbers, and the film’s steady performance has boosted confidence among distributors and exhibitors.
As the weekend progresses, all eyes will be on the Day 3 numbers to see how far the film can stretch its winning streak. For now, Dhanush and Kriti Sanon’s Tere Ishk Mein has successfully crossed the Rs 30 crore milestone, emerging as one of the most promising releases of the season.
