Dhanush and Kriti Sanon’s Tere Ishk Mein is proving to be one of the most resilient performers of the season. After a solid opening weekend, the film delivered an impressive rebound on its fifth day, keeping its momentum firmly intact at the box office.
Day 5 Sees a Notable Uptick
According to early estimates from Sacnilk, the film earned ₹10.25 crore on Tuesday, taking its India net total to around ₹71 crore across all languages. The Hindi version continues to be the main driver, while the Tamil version adds a steady share.
This jump comes after Monday’s natural dip, showing that strong word-of-mouth is kicking in as the workweek progresses.
A Look Back at the Film’s Box Office Journey
Tere Ishk Mein opened to a strong start:
- Friday: ₹16 crore
- Saturday: ₹17 crore
- Sunday: ₹19 crore
- Monday: ₹8.75 crore
- Tuesday (Day 5): ₹10.25 crore
The midweek rise is unusual for a romantic drama but signals repeat viewership and a positive audience response.
How It Stacks Up Against Dhanush’s 2025 Releases
For Dhanush, this film is shaping up to be one of his biggest successes of the year. His previous release, Idli Kadai, wrapped up its India run at around ₹50 crore — a benchmark Tere Ishk Mein has already overtaken.
It’s currently chasing Kuberaa, which grossed ₹91 crore nett in India. With business holding strongly through the weekdays, Tere Ishk Mein looks set to surpass that figure later this week, potentially becoming Dhanush’s top performer of 2025.
A Film Riding on Emotion and Strong Performances
Directed by Aanand L. Rai, Tere Ishk Mein revisits the filmmaker’s flair for passionate, high-voltage romance. The story dives into obsession, heartbreak, and emotional extremes — themes Rai has navigated before, but with a more intense tone this time.
Critics have praised Dhanush’s layered performance. Reviews highlight how he brings a completely distinct energy compared to his earlier collaboration with Rai. Kriti Sanon, who has been on a strong streak following Do Patti, is also earning appreciation for adding depth and vulnerability to her character.
The film also features notable supporting performances by Prakash Raj, Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub, and Vineet Kumar Singh.
Final Words
With a healthy Day 5 jump and strong audience chatter, Tere Ishk Mein is rapidly becoming one of 2025’s most talked-about romantic dramas. If the trend continues, the film may not only surpass Dhanush’s recent box office highs but also enter the coveted ₹100 crore club sooner than expected.
