With Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri facing a tough run in theatres, Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday are keeping the spotlight on their film through television appearances. The duo is set to appear on the New Year special episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 4, where candid confessions, relationship talk, and a touch of spooky comedy take centre stage.
Kartik’s “I Love You” Rule Leaves Everyone Guessing
A leaked promo from the upcoming episode has already sparked chatter online. During a fun exchange, Archana Puran Singh teases Kartik using one of his dialogues from the film’s trailer — “The first girl I say I love you to will be the last girl I say I love you to.”
When asked if that’s his real-life mantra, Kartik responds with a grin, saying he doesn’t say “I love you” easily and will only say it when the moment truly arrives.
That answer visibly surprises Ananya Panday, who cheekily asks if that means he hasn’t fallen in love yet. Kartik, staying in character, simply smiles — leaving the studio amused and curious.
Ananya Panday on Modern-Day Relationships
Ananya, meanwhile, shared her thoughts on how love has evolved over the years. Comparing old-school romance with today’s relationships, she joked that commitment has become fragile in the digital age.
According to her, sharing passwords might be the fastest way to end a relationship today — a line that drew laughs and nods from the audience.
Comedy, Confusion, and a Touch of Horror
The episode also leans heavily into comedy. Sunil Grover, impersonating Aamir Khan, puts Kartik on the spot by asking if he’s married — and if he’s been married “even once.”
Things take a spooky turn later when Krushna Abhishek appears as Manjulika, tying back to Kartik’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise and adding chaos to the set.
Box Office Reality Check for the Film
While the TV appearance brings visibility, the box office numbers paint a grim picture. Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, released on December 25, has struggled to hold its ground amid the massive success of Dhurandhar.
- Day 5 India net collection: ₹1.75 crore
- Total domestic collection so far: ₹25.25 crore
- Monday drop: Around 65% compared to Sunday
Trade analysts have pointed out that the film was heavily impacted by Dhurandhar’s dominance. Veteran trade watcher Taran Adarsh had even revealed that he warned the makers about releasing the film during this period — advice that ultimately went unheeded.
Kartik’s Subtle Dig at the Box Office Climate
A few days earlier, Kartik also grabbed attention after reposting a message praising “breezy, progressive cinema” amid the wave of hypermasculine action films — a statement many read as an indirect comment on the current box office landscape.
Final Words
While Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri may be struggling theatrically, Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday are keeping the conversation alive with charm, humour, and honesty. Whether that translates into a late box office recovery remains uncertain — but for now, the spotlight has shifted from ticket windows to television screens.
