Overview
- The Sidharth Malhotra–Janhvi Kapoor rom-com, directed by Tushar Jalota for Maddock Films, released in theatres on August 29.
- Box-office tracker Sacnilk pegged day-one collections at about Rs 7.25 crore, with national occupancy reported around 10–13% and below double-digit opening projections.
- Early Saturday reporting indicates an uptick, with some outlets citing roughly Rs 9.2 crore for day two and placing provisional two-day totals near Rs 16.5 crore.
- Reviews and audience posts consistently commend the pair’s on-screen chemistry, Sachin–Jigar’s soundtrack led by Pardesiya, and Kerala-set visuals including the Vallam Kali finale.
- Critics flag a routine, predictable second half, and several Malayalam-speaking commentators have questioned casting and cultural authenticity, keeping a representation debate in view.