Tere Ishk Mein Movie Collection: Hit or Flop?
Winter 2025 has been ignited with the passionate fires of Tere Ishk Mein, the newest cinematic installment directed by Aanand L. Rai. Pairing once again with Raanjhanaa star Dhanush as well as versatile actress Kriti Sanon, it was one of the most awaited cinematic events of the year. As we near the end of the month of December, one burning question fills our industry: “Has this gritty, ‘angry love letter written in blood’ resulted in a box office win?”
A detailed look into the figures, competitors, and final decision regarding Tere Ishk Mein would be as follows:
The Grand Opening: The Romantic Surge in November
Released on November 28, 2025, the movie marked its entry in the industry with a lot at stake. Dhanush’s comeback in Hindi films after ‘Atrangi Re’ in 2021 was met with vast curiosity in light of the fact that the movie belongs to the same cinematic universe as the cult classic movie ‘Raanjhanaa’.
- Day 1 (Opening): It opened to records with a massive ₹16.50 crore, thus emerging as Dhanush’s highest Hindi opening.
- First Weekend: With its strong urban show and curiosity-driven mass belt, it zoomed in collections during the weekend, clocking an overall amount of ₹50.95 crores in its first weekend.
The movies had successfully crossed the 80 crore mark in the first week, and this only proves that the viewers’ taste for very tragic and romantic movies has never faded.
The Gritty Reality of December: Dynamite Makes Scarcely
As the calendar changed to December, Tere Ishk Mein was soon to face its toughest competition yet in the form of Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh. The advent of an action-packed film on the 5th of December could hardly leave any space in terms of screen counts and occupancy.
However, Tere Ishk Mein remained quite resilient. Though the regular plunge of 50 to 60% was witnessed during the weekdays, it managed to perform quite well in prominent territories such as Delhi UP and Maharashtra. It finally broke the barrier of ₹100 crore on Day 11 to become an important accomplishment for Dhanush, marking his centurion performance at the Hindi box office.
| Period | Collection (India Net) | Status |
| Week 1 | ₹83.65 Crore | Exceptional |
| Week 2 | ₹25.15 Crore | Steady (Clash with Dhurandhar) |
| Week 3 | ₹6.70 Crore | Dropping (Screen reduction) |
| Lifetime (to date) | ₹116.47 Crore | Strong Performance |
SMALL BUDGET, BIG SUCCESS: THE MATHEMATICAL REAL
For a movie to be termed a “Hit,” its recoverable return from the budget has to be calculated. The estimated budget for Tere Ishk Mein was in the range of ₹90-95 Crores (Including P&A costs).
- India Net Collection: Approximately ₹116.5
- Worldwide Gross: Over ₹161 Crores
- Non-Theatrical Revenue: Netflix has acquired digital rights at a staggering cost, and its release date is expected around January 23, 2026.
The global collection is well above the cost of production, and the satellite rights are a giganticbuffer for the movie, ensuring that its financial future is safe.
Hit or Flop: The Verdict
Although it has been given mixed reviews, having been described by some reviewers as “problematic” while others have labeled it a “masterclass in performance,” it is clear that the public has given its backing financially.
Verdict: HIT
It’s not just an economic success but also an outright victory. It cements Dhanush’s position in the industry as a bankable leading man in the North, besides validating Kriti Sanon’s ability to handle large roles. It may not scale the same stratospheric levels as war dramas like War 2 but in terms of performance for a budgeted romantic movie, it’s phenomenal.
What’s Next for the Film?
As we enter the year 2026, one thing that will be hotly debated in the context of Tere Ishk Mein would be box office performances. But then, with an amazing soundtrack composed by the legendary A.R. Rahman, this one is going to be on everyone’s list during awards season.
Dhurandhar Movie Box Office Collection
