A Box Office Battle Heating Up
The Indian box office is buzzing with excitement as three major films — Thamma, Ek Deewana Ki Deewaniyat, and Kantara Chapter 1 — dominate theaters across the country. While Thamma and Ek Deewana Ki Deewaniyat have just completed their first week, Kantara Chapter 1 continues to reign supreme even after 26 days in cinemas. Meanwhile, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari seems to have reached the final stage of its theatrical journey.
This week’s box office figures reflect a clear divide — one film nearing the ₹100 crore mark, another aiming for ₹50 crore, and one rewriting records on its way to ₹600 crore.
🌟 Thamma: Maddock’s Horror-Comedy Magic Nears ₹100 Crore
According to Sacnilk’s latest report, Thamma collected ₹4.25 crore on its seventh day (Monday), taking its total to ₹95.55 crore within just one week of release. The film is part of Maddock Films’ horror-comedy universe, which previously gave audiences hits like Stree and Bhediya.
Industry analysts believe the film’s unique blend of humor and supernatural elements has struck the right chord with audiences.
“Thamma proves that the horror-comedy space is still fresh in India. The audience is craving smart entertainment with mass appeal,” says trade expert Komal Nahta.
If the film continues this momentum, Thamma will soon join the ₹100 crore club, making it another success story for Maddock Studios. With strong weekday hold and excellent family turnout, it could even surpass early expectations in its second weekend.
💔 Ek Deewana Ki Deewaniyat: Decent Run but Behind Its Rival
While Thamma is flying high, Ek Deewana Ki Deewaniyat has managed a respectable ₹3.35 crore on Day 7, pushing its total to ₹44.85 crore. Despite good word-of-mouth among younger audiences, the film’s performance has been overshadowed by Thamma’s dominance.
The film’s emotional narrative and romantic appeal have attracted a niche audience. However, limited multiplex shows and tough competition have restricted its earnings.
“It’s a good film that got lost in a crowded release window,” a Mumbai exhibitor noted.
If collections stabilize over the weekend, Ek Deewana Ki Deewaniyat might end its lifetime run around the ₹55–60 crore mark — a moderate success but not a blockbuster.
🔥 Kantara Chapter 1: 26 Days Strong, Closing in on ₹600 Crore
Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues to dominate headlines with its phenomenal ₹592.85 crore total after 26 days of release. The film earned ₹3.25 crore on its 26th day, showcasing remarkable consistency even after four weeks.
The mythological action-drama has become the highest-grossing Indian film of the year, setting new records for regional cinema across multiple languages.
“Kantara’s success is a cultural phenomenon. It’s rooted in folklore, faith, and stunning storytelling — something audiences across India are connecting with deeply,” wrote a critic in Film Companion.
Trade experts predict that the film will comfortably cross the ₹600 crore milestone by the end of this week, placing it alongside all-time blockbusters like KGF 2 and Baahubali.
🎭 Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari: The Curtain Falls
On the other hand, Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor’s romantic comedy Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari has nearly completed its theatrical journey. After 26 days in theaters, it managed just ₹7 lakh on Monday, taking its total to ₹61.32 crore.
Despite a strong opening week, the film’s collections plummeted in later weeks. With digital release expected soon, the film is expected to recover its budget through streaming and satellite rights rather than box-office receipts.
💡 Box Office Highlights
| Film Title | Day | Daily Collection | Total Earnings | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thamma | 7 | ₹4.25 crore | ₹95.55 crore | Nearing ₹100 crore club |
| Ek Deewana Ki Deewaniyat | 7 | ₹3.35 crore | ₹44.85 crore | Moderate performance |
| Kantara Chapter 1 | 26 | ₹3.25 crore | ₹592.85 crore | Record-breaking run |
| Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari | 26 | ₹0.07 crore | ₹61.32 crore | End of theatrical run |
🎯 Final Verdict
This week clearly belongs to Kantara Chapter 1 and Thamma. While Kantara continues its unstoppable dominance across India, Thamma is emerging as Bollywood’s newest success story. Ek Deewana Ki Deewaniyat and Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, though respectable in performance, lag behind in this fiercely competitive race.
As audiences continue to return to theaters post-festive season, strong word-of-mouth and genre diversity are driving footfalls. All eyes are now on whether Thamma can enter the ₹100 crore club before its second weekend — and how far Kantara Chapter 1 can go beyond ₹600 crore.
