Dhanush, who won Bollywood hearts with Raanjhanaa, has returned in full force with Tere Ishq Mein, the spiritual sequel to that 2013 blockbuster. Fans have been waiting 12 years to see Dhanush in another intense love story—and the wait has turned into a massive opening day celebration. The film’s arrival has already started troubling several big-name releases at the box office.

Aanand L. Rai, who created the unforgettable love story of Kundan and Zoya, is back with a new narrative—this time focusing on Shankar and Mukti, played by Dhanush and Kriti Sanon. While the trailer received mixed feedback, the film’s release changed everything. Audiences have given it a thumbs-up, and the numbers prove it.

How much did Tere Ishq Mein collect on Day 1?
According to reports, the film earned ₹16.50 crore on opening day, an exceptional start for an emotional romantic drama. With a production budget estimated between ₹80–100 crore, this strong opening puts the film in a comfortable zone.

If the momentum continues through the weekend, the film could reach ₹50 crore within the first three days and potentially cover its entire budget by next weekend.

Dhanush beats Aamir Khan and Akshay Kumar
Dhanush didn’t just make a comeback—he outperformed two of Bollywood’s biggest stars:

• Aamir Khan’s Sitare Zameen Par: ₹10.7 crore opening
• Akshay Kumar’s Jolly LLB: ₹12.50 crore opening

Tere Ishq Mein has sailed past both these openings, signaling a superb response from audiences and strong word-of-mouth.

Box office verdict so far
With a powerful opening, strong fan excitement, and positive initial reviews, Dhanush has delivered one of the most impressive comebacks of the year. If the film maintains this pace, it could become one of the biggest romantic hits in recent times.