Kapil Sharma's much-anticipated comedy sequel, 'Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2', has hit a new low at the domestic box office. A decade after his 2015 debut with the original film, Sharma's return to the big screen in December 2025 is facing a steep decline in earnings, unable to withstand fierce competition from major releases.
Box Office Nosedive: A Detailed Look at the Collections
According to the latest trade reports, the film witnessed its lowest single-day collection yet on its second Monday, day 11 of release. The comedy managed to mint only ₹14 lakhs nationwide, a sharp drop from its second weekend numbers. Over the previous Saturday and Sunday, the film had shown a faint glimmer of hope with collections of ₹35 lakh and ₹46 lakh respectively.
This drastic weekday dip has pushed the film's total net collection in India to approximately ₹12.02 crore. The day-wise breakdown paints a clear picture of the film's dwindling appeal:
- Day 1 [1st Friday]: ₹1.85 Cr
- Day 2 [1st Saturday]: ₹2.5 Cr
- Day 3 [1st Sunday]: ₹2.9 Cr
- Day 4 [1st Monday]: ₹0.9 Cr
- Day 5 [1st Tuesday]: ₹1.1 Cr
- Day 6 [1st Wednesday]: ₹0.85 Cr
- Day 7 [1st Thursday]: ₹0.75 Cr
- Day 8 [2nd Friday]: ₹0.22 Cr
- Day 9 [2nd Saturday]: ₹0.35 Cr
- Day 10 [2nd Sunday]: ₹0.46 Cr
- Day 11 [2nd Monday]: ₹0.14 Cr
On the global front, the gross worldwide collection stands at ₹15.06 crore. This figure comprises around ₹14.21 crores gross from the Indian market and approximately ₹85 lakhs from overseas territories.
The Fierce Competition: 'Dhurandhar' and 'Avatar' Dominate
The primary reason cited for the film's underwhelming performance is the incredibly tough box office clash. The comedy sequel found itself pitted against two cinematic juggernauts.
On one side was Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna's blockbuster, 'Dhurandhar'. Now in its third week, the film continues its dream run. Despite a significant drop on Monday, where it earned ₹16 crores, its net collection in India has spectacularly crossed the ₹570 crore mark, refusing to relinquish its throne.
On the other side was James Cameron's visual spectacle, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'. This global franchise added to the competition, pulling in ₹8.50 crore on the same Monday, taking its total collection in India to about ₹75.75 crore.
Performance vs. Profit: What Went Wrong?
Interestingly, trade analysts note that while 'Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2' was backed by decent performances and genuine comedic moments, these elements failed to translate into box office success. The film, which marked Kapil Sharma's return to cinema after ten years, simply could not carve out a significant audience share amidst the dominance of bigger, more hyped releases.
The scenario highlights a recurring challenge in the current Bollywood landscape, where mid-sized films, especially comedies, often struggle to find screens and audience mindspace when released alongside mega-budget event movies. The sheer dominance of 'Dhurandhar' and the enduring appeal of the 'Avatar' franchise created a perfect storm that ultimately drowned the prospects of Kapil Sharma's sequel.
