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Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat Opens to ₹8.5 Crore on Diwali as Reviews Split

With a limited 40% screen share against Thamma, the romantic drama leaned on its music and tier‑2 turnout for a solid first day.

Overview

  • Industry tracker Sacnilk estimates a ₹8.50 crore domestic net opening, one of 2025’s bigger starts for a romantic drama, ahead of Dhadak 2 and Metro In Dino.
  • The release was constrained to roughly 40% of screens due to the clash with Thamma, with day‑one Hindi occupancy reported near 38% and stronger afternoon and evening shows.
  • Early Wednesday estimates cited by Bollywood Life peg day two at about ₹1.64 crore, taking the running total to roughly ₹10.64 crore, with morning occupancy edging Thamma.
  • Critical reaction skews negative from several mainstream reviews faulting the writing and tone, while audience chatter highlights strong lead presence and engagement.
  • The soundtrack is widely cited as the film’s key draw, with tracks like Mera Hua, Bol Kaffara and Dil Dil Dil trending, and tier‑2 cities such as Lucknow, Chennai and Jaipur leading day‑one turnout.