December 1, 2025: Tere Ishk Mein, the latest emotional drama featuring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, has delivered a powerful opening weekend while also sparking strong audience reactions for its intense storytelling. The film has collected an impressive ₹67 crore worldwide in just three days, signalling both commercial success and positive word of mouth.
Directed by Aanand L. Rai, the film carries his signature blend of raw emotion and soaring drama, reminiscent of his earlier hit Raanjhanaa. While not a sequel, the movie taps into the same emotional turbulence, with many viewers praising its evocative backdrop and robust performances.
Tere Ishk Mein: A Weekend Powered by Strong Response
In India, the film Tere Ishk Mein grossed around ₹61 crore, supported by packed evening and night shows across metros. Overseas markets contributed over ₹6 crore, rounding off a solid global opening.
The day-wise numbers reflect a strong upward trend, ₹16 crore on Friday, ₹17 crore on Saturday, and ₹19 crore on Sunday. The Hindi version dominated with ₹49.75 crore, while the Tamil version added ₹2.25 crore, giving the film a ₹52 crore India net weekend.
What Audiences Are Saying
Viewers have highlighted the crackling chemistry between Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, with many calling it one of Dhanush’s most intense roles in recent years. His portrayal of Shankar, a volatile Air Force officer grappling with love and betrayal, has especially drawn praise. Kriti’s performance as Mukti, a composed defence therapist, balances the film’s heightened tone with emotional grounding.
The Banaras setting emerges as a character in itself, spiritual, chaotic, and steeped in nostalgia, adding richness to the storytelling.
Sunday saw a healthy 32.82% Hindi occupancy, particularly strong in Mumbai, Delhi–NCR, Chennai, Pune, and Hyderabad. Evening shows peaked at 45.63%, hinting that the film may sustain over the weekdays.
Tere Ishk Mein succeeds as both a commercial entertainer and a dramatic love story. With strong performances and a compelling emotional arc, it appears set for a promising first week at the box office.
