Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat has emerged as a major surprise at the box office, earning an impressive ₹16.5 crore net in just two days. The romantic drama, starring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, opened strongly despite clashing with the high-profile Ayushmann Khurrana starrer Thamma, which dominated the Diwali release window.
Directed by Milap Zaveri, the film opened on Tuesday — a festive holiday — with ₹9 crore. Remarkably, it maintained solid momentum on its second day (Wednesday), collecting around ₹7.5 crore. The minimal drop shows strong audience approval and growing word-of-mouth.
While Thamma released on over 5,700 screens, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat managed just 2,400 screens, making its ₹16.5 crore haul even more impressive. Trade experts note that its per-screen average is among the best this week, signaling strong occupancy and interest in the romantic genre.
In comparison, Thamma collected ₹42 crore in two days — but Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’s steady performance has earned it the “dark horse” tag of the festive season. The film’s drop rate is smaller than Thamma’s, suggesting better sustainability over the extended weekend.
The film’s passionate storyline and emotional intensity seem to have struck a chord with audiences, reviving interest in romantic dramas. With positive reviews and high retention, industry insiders predict the film could cross the ₹50 crore mark by the end of its first week — a remarkable feat for a mid-budget release.
As word-of-mouth continues to build, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat stands out as one of the most unexpected box office success stories of the year.
