Audience reactions to Vir Das' latest film 'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos' have been decidedly mixed. Some viewers praised the movie for its subtle comedy and clever meta references. Others simply did not find it very funny. The film, operating on a tight budget, managed to hold steady numbers through its opening weekend. However, it experienced a noticeable drop in collections on its first Monday in theaters.
Box Office Performance: Day 4 Collection Details
Vir Das not only stars in the film but also co-directed and co-wrote the project. According to a Sacnilk report, 'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos' earned Rs 0.4 crore at the box office on its fourth day since release. This brings the film's total collection to Rs 4.75 crore nationwide.
Day-Wise Box Office Breakdown
The film's earnings pattern shows a typical weekend surge followed by a weekday decline.
- Day 1 (Friday, January 16): Rs 1.25 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): Rs 1.6 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): Rs 1.5 crore
- Day 4 (Monday, January 19): Rs 0.4 crore
- Total Collection: Rs 4.75 crore
Theater Occupancy on Monday
The film, starring Vir Das in the lead role, recorded an overall Hindi occupancy of 6.28% on Monday, January 19, 2026. This figure reflects the dip in audience turnout after the initial weekend rush.
More About 'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos'
Vir Das and Kavi Shastri directed the film together. Das collaborated with Amogh Randive on the screenplay. The cast features several notable names alongside Vir Das. Mithila Palkar, Mona Singh, Sharib Hashmi, and Srushti Tawade play key supporting roles.
Vir Das portrays a spy in the movie. His character returns to India after growing up in London. The mission takes him to Goa, where he encounters the local mafia. Mona Singh plays the mafia leader, Mama.
The film includes special appearances by a roster of celebrities. Aamir Khan, Imran Khan, Sanjeev Kapoor, Meiyang Chang, Ash King, and Sumukhi Suresh all make cameo appearances. Notably, this movie marks Imran Khan's return to the big screen after a long hiatus.
Backed by producer Aamir Khan, 'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos' hit theaters on January 16, 2026. The spy comedy aims to blend humor with action in a unique Indian setting.
