Dhanush and Kriti Sanon’s Tere Ishk Mein has delivered an impressive start at the box office, registering a fantastic opening of ₹16–17 crore nett across all languages on Day 1. The film, which marks another powerful collaboration between Dhanush and director Aanand L. Rai, has instantly captured audience attention with its intense storytelling, emotional depth, and chart-topping music.Released across India in multiple languages, Tere Ishk Mein has benefited significantly from the strong fanbase of its lead actor. Dhanush’s immense popularity in both the Hindi and South Indian markets played a crucial role in pulling crowds to theatres right from the first show.
Early reports indicate excellent occupancy in metropolitan cities as well as surprising strength in Tier-2 and Tier-3 centres.Kriti Sanon, who stars opposite Dhanush, has also been receiving appreciation for her performance. Critics and fans have praised the duo’s chemistry, the film’s raw emotional tone, and its dramatic narrative that explores love, longing, and self-destruction. The intensity of the first half and the gripping arc of the second half have contributed to strong word-of-mouth, which is expected to push the film’s collections even higher over the weekend.
The film’s music, composed by A.R. Rahman, has already become a sensation, with tracks trending across platforms. This musical appeal, combined with the emotional weight of the story, has created a complete theatrical package that resonates with a wide demographic.
Trade analysts note that Tere Ishk Mein is performing on par with strong romantic dramas released in recent years, making it one of the brightest box-office openers for a film of its genre. With no major competition at the box office this week, the film is well-positioned to dominate theatres.
