Diwali Box Office Battle: ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’ Emerges as a Dark Horse
The Diwali box office clash brought forth interesting dynamics this year, with two major releases vying for audience attention. As the theatrical run of “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat” winds down, its performance has surprised many, proving to be a genuine dark horse amidst stiff competition.
Conversely, the highly anticipated “Thamma” struggled to meet expectations despite a stellar cast. Let’s dive into the detailed box office report for both Bollywood films.
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‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’: A Surprising Dark Horse
The Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa starrer, “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat,” has demonstrated remarkable resilience at the box office. Despite clashing with “Thamma” on the festive Diwali weekend, it managed to surpass the Rs 75 crore mark.
This achievement is particularly impressive given its comparatively fewer screens. The film’s consistent performance throughout its run has certainly cemented its status as an unexpected success story.
‘Thamma’: Struggling to Gain Momentum
On the other side of the Diwali clash was “Thamma,” featuring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna. Despite the big names and festive release, the film has largely underperformed expectations.
While it has accumulated a total collection of Rs 131.40 crore, its growth trajectory was notably slower than anticipated, especially for a major festival release.
Detailed Box Office Breakdown: Week 3 Onwards
As both films entered their third week, the collections began to reflect their respective journeys. “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat” saw its lowest numbers on its third Monday (Day 21), signaling the near end of its theatrical run.
Here’s a closer look at the recent daily collections:
- ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’ Earnings:
- Second Week Total: Rs 16.3 crore
- Day 18 (Friday): Rs 70 lakhs
- Day 19 (Saturday, Holiday Boost): Rs 1.25 crore (significant unexpected growth)
- Day 20 (Sunday): Rs 1.5 crore
- Day 21 (Monday): Rs 50 lakhs (dip)
- Total Collection (as per Sacnilk): Rs 75.45 crore
- ‘Thamma’ Box Office Journey:
- Day 18 (Friday): Rs 80 lakhs
- Day 19 (Saturday): Rs 1.5 crore (slight upward trajectory)
- Day 20 (Sunday): Rs 1.65 crore
- Day 21 (Monday): Rs 35 lakhs (even less than ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’)
- Total Collection: Rs 131.40 crore
Diwali Weekend Performance: An Overall Look
The combined Diwali box office collections of both movies hover around an underwhelming ₹200 crore nett, according to Box Office India. This lower-than-expected total is largely attributed to “Thamma’s” struggle to deliver on its promise as the bigger release.
Festive weekends traditionally see a strong surge driven by the lead film, which “Thamma” couldn’t quite achieve. However, this Diwali frame still managed to fare better than the Eid and Independence Day weeks earlier in the year.
This improvement can be credited almost entirely to “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat” punching above its weight and outperforming initial expectations.
The Final Verdict: A Mixed Diwali for Bollywood
This year’s Diwali box office presented a story of contrasting fortunes. “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat” emerged as an underdog champion, proving that strong content and word-of-mouth can still lead to impressive numbers, even with limited screens.
Meanwhile, “Thamma,” despite a higher overall gross, could not ignite the festive fervour anticipated from a big-banner release. The collective performance underscores the unpredictable nature of the Bollywood box office, where genuine audience connection often triumphs over star power alone.