The romantic drama 'Tere Ishk Mein', starring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, has demonstrated remarkable stability at the box office after its opening weekend. The film, which relies on content and storytelling rather than star-driven spectacle, collected an estimated Rs 8.25 crore on its first Monday in the Hindi market. This figure aligns with early projections that pegged its fourth-day earnings between Rs 7 to 9 crore.
A Steady Performance After the Weekend
While the Monday collection represents a drop from the weekend numbers, industry observers note that the hold is impressive for a romantic drama. Films in this genre typically experience sharper declines after the initial weekend rush. 'Tere Ishk Mein' began its theatrical run with a solid Rs 15.25 crore on its opening day. The momentum continued to build over the weekend, with Saturday bringing in approximately Rs 16.25 crore and Sunday becoming its best day yet with an estimated Rs 18.25 crore.
This consistent performance has propelled the film's total Hindi nett collection to an estimated Rs 58 crore after just four days. The report indicates that major metropolitan areas like Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Chennai, Pune, and Hyderabad are driving strong footfalls. Mass-market circuits have also contributed significantly to the film's success, showcasing its wide appeal.
Pan-India Collections and Milestones
The film's success is not confined to the Hindi belt. From the Tamil markets, 'Tere Ishk Mein' has garnered an additional estimated Rs 2.75 crore. This brings the overall India nett collection to approximately Rs 60.75 crore. The film's gross collections have reportedly crossed the Rs 70 crore mark domestically, reaching an estimated Rs 71.75 crore. Adding the Rs 6 crore earned from overseas markets, the worldwide total now stands at an impressive Rs 77.75 crore.
This box office run has set new records for its lead actors. For Dhanush, the film has now become his highest-grossing Hindi film, surpassing the lifetime collection of his previous hit, 'Raanjhanaa', which earned around Rs 60.22 crore. For Kriti Sanon, 'Tere Ishk Mein' has entered her list of top 10 highest-earning films. With its current total, it occupies the 9th position, just behind the horror comedy 'Bhediya' (Rs 68.67 crore). Her highest earner remains 'Housefull 4' with collections of Rs 210.3 crore.
Strong Word-of-Mouth Paves the Way Forward
The film's performance is widely attributed to positive audience reception and strong word-of-mouth. For a project driven more by narrative than by high-octane action or overwhelming star power, such stability at the ticket windows is a significant achievement. It reflects a genuine appreciation for its content among viewers.
If 'Tere Ishk Mein' manages to maintain this momentum through the weekdays, it is well-positioned for a robust first week. Industry projections suggest the film could surpass the Rs 75 crore nett mark in India by the end of its first week. A sustained trend could see it cement its place among the successful romantic films of recent times, proving the enduring power of a well-told love story in Indian cinema.
