Dhanush’s Tere Ishk Mein has opened far stronger than early expectations, posting a solid ₹16.5 crore Day-1 (Hindi) and registering an impressive 2.45 lakh tickets sold across PIC chains (PVR + INOX + Cinepolis) till 8:30 PM on opening day. This places the film among the top Hindi openers of the year.
A Strong Start for Dhanush and Kriti Sanon starrer
Film's early morning show occupancies hovered around 15–16%, gradually improving through the afternoon and evening, with the national average ending around 22%. This upward momentum, combined with strong turnout in metros and Tier-1 multiplexes, helped the film post a healthy first-day total.
With a wide release and positive walk-ins, the film benefitted from strong urban youth turnout and Dhanush’s growing national appeal.
How Big Is This Opening?
A ₹16.5 crore Day1 puts Tere Ishk Mein among the top Hindi openers of the year, especially impressive for this genre and starcast. It also surpasses the opening day of several recent major biggies.
What’s Next for the Weekend?
If the current momentum holds, Tere Ishk Mein can comfortably target:
- ₹50-55 crore opening weekend, and
- potentially higher if word-of-mouth grows strong across multiplex circuits.
Early Word-of-Mouth & Audience Response
Initial audience reactions highlight:
- Dhanush’s intense performance
- Strong music and emotional arc
- Engaging second half
Critically, the reception is mixed-to-positive, but audience WOM appears stronger, which is crucial for the weekend climb.
Tere Ishk Mein has delivered a power-packed start, combining a ₹16.5 crore Hindi opening with 2.45 lakh PIC-chain tickets sold by 8:30 PM. If the momentum holds, the film is set for a big first weekend and could emerge as one of the surprise hits of 2025.
