The year 2025 has proven to be a phenomenal one for actor-filmmaker Dhanush, who is enjoying an unparalleled dream run at the Indian box office. With three major releases in quick succession, all of which have turned into commercial successes, Dhanush has firmly established himself as a powerhouse performer whose appeal transcends regional boundaries.
A Hat-Trick of Hits: The 2025 Lineup
Dhanush kicked off his stellar year with Kuberaa, directed by Sekhar Kammula. The film, which also starred Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna, and Jim Sarbh, set a strong precedent by raking in an impressive ₹90.9 crore in total collections. This multi-starrer showcased Dhanush's versatility in a vibrant, pan-Indian setup.
Not one to rest on his laurels, he followed this up with the romantic drama Idli Kadai, which he also directed. Featuring Shalini Pandey and Nithya Menon in lead roles, this film charmed audiences and went on to mint a solid ₹50.49 crore, proving Dhanush's mettle behind the camera as well.
Tere Ishk Mein: The Record-Breaking Third Act
The crown jewel of Dhanush's 2025 journey, however, is undoubtedly Tere Ishk Mein. Marking his highly anticipated third collaboration with director Aanand L. Rai after the acclaimed Raanjhanaa and Atrangi Re, the film has taken the box office by storm. Co-starring Kriti Sanon, the movie has officially become Dhanush's highest-grossing film of the year in just nine days, surpassing the lifetime numbers of both his earlier 2025 releases.
As of its ninth day, Tere Ishk Mein stands at a formidable ₹93.05 crore net collection in India. The film opened robustly, collecting ₹16 crore on its first day (₹15.25 crore from Hindi and ₹75 lakh from Tamil versions). It showed exceptional momentum over the first weekend, climbing to ₹17 crore on Day 2 and ₹19 crore on Day 3, resulting in a powerful weekend total of ₹52 crore.
Steady Hold and Path to the Century
The film's strength was further highlighted by its rock-steady performance on weekdays, a true test of its audience connection. It collected ₹8.75 crore on Monday, saw a jump to ₹10.25 crore on Tuesday, added ₹6.85 crore on Wednesday, and ₹5.8 crore on Thursday. This brought its first-week collection to an outstanding ₹83.65 crore.
Entering its second weekend, Tere Ishk Mein faced competition from new releases like Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar. Despite this, it held its ground, adding ₹3.75 crore on its second Friday. Demonstrating remarkable resilience, the film witnessed a strong bounce of over 50% on Saturday, collecting ₹5.75 crore and pushing its total to the current ₹93.05 crore. This Day 9 surge is what propelled it past the lifetime collection of Kuberaa.
The successful pairing of Dhanush and Aanand L. Rai, renowned for weaving emotionally rich narratives, has clearly resonated once again. The film's blend of heartfelt drama, soulful music, and the palpable chemistry between Dhanush and Kriti Sanon has connected deeply with viewers across both Hindi and Tamil-speaking markets. The film is now on the cusp of entering the coveted ₹100 crore club, a milestone it is expected to cross imminently, possibly by Sunday or Monday night.
This triple success story underscores Dhanush's unique position in Indian cinema, where he consistently delivers quality content that also achieves commercial glory. With Tere Ishk Mein still running strong in theaters, his dream run in 2025 is far from over.
