Ayushmann Khurrana’s latest romantic comedy Pati Patni Aur Woh Do has officially entered theaters, and the film has started its box office journey with a decent but not spectacular opening day performance. Directed by Mudassar Aziz, the sequel collected approximately ₹3.85 crore net on Day 1 in India across all languages.
According to early trade estimates, the film earned around ₹4.62 crore gross in India on its opening day, while overseas markets contributed an additional ₹1 crore gross. That pushed the movie’s worldwide Day 1 collection to approximately ₹5.62 crore gross.
The romantic comedy stars Ayushmann Khurrana alongside Sara Ali Khan, Wamiqa Gabbi and Rakul Preet Singh. Despite generating moderate pre-release buzz, the film entered cinemas with expectations of relying heavily on word-of-mouth to sustain momentum over the weekend.
Day 1 Box Office Breakdown
| Category | Collection |
|---|---|
| India Net Collection | ₹3.85 Crore |
| India Gross Collection | ₹4.62 Crore |
| Overseas Gross | ₹1 Crore |
| Worldwide Gross | ₹5.62 Crore |
The film reportedly screened across more than 6,800 shows nationwide during its opening day.
Industry trackers described the opening as “decent” for a medium-budget romantic comedy, although the numbers remained lower than some earlier expectations.
Falls Short of Kartik Aaryan’s Original Film
One of the biggest talking points surrounding Pati Patni Aur Woh Do is how its opening compares to the 2019 hit Pati Patni Aur Woh, which starred Kartik Aaryan, Bhumi Pednekar and Ananya Panday. The original film reportedly opened at around ₹9 crore net on Day 1 before eventually becoming a box office success.
In comparison, Ayushmann Khurrana’s sequel opened at less than half of that figure, signaling that the film will likely depend on strong audience reactions and weekend growth rather than a massive initial opening.
Trade analysts had predicted an opening between ₹3 crore and ₹5 crore before release, meaning the movie largely performed within expected projections.
Positive Audience Reactions Could Help
Despite the moderate opening, early social media reactions to the film have been fairly positive. Several viewers praised the movie’s comedy, performances and chaotic relationship-driven storyline.
Ayushmann Khurrana’s comic timing has received appreciation online, while Sara Ali Khan has particularly gained attention for her energetic performance. Some early viewers described the movie as a “laugh riot,” suggesting the film may perform better over the weekend if positive word-of-mouth continues spreading.
The film’s long-term theatrical success now depends heavily on whether family audiences embrace the comedy and whether multiplex occupancy improves significantly during Saturday and Sunday shows.
The Film’s Story and Cast
Directed by Mudassar Aziz, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do serves as a spiritual sequel to the 2019 romantic comedy hit. The film follows another complicated love triangle filled with misunderstandings, relationships and comedic chaos.
| Main Cast | Role Type |
|---|---|
| Ayushmann Khurrana | Lead Actor |
| Sara Ali Khan | Female Lead |
| Wamiqa Gabbi | Female Lead |
| Rakul Preet Singh | Female Lead |
The movie also features multiple recreated Bollywood songs and commercial entertainment elements aimed at attracting mass audiences.
Advance Booking and Occupancy Concerns
Pre-release tracking had already indicated that Pati Patni Aur Woh Do could face challenges at the box office. Reports suggested the film sold fewer advance tickets than several recent mid-budget Bollywood romantic comedies.
Occupancy during morning and afternoon shows remained relatively low in several cities, though evening shows reportedly improved slightly due to positive audience chatter.
Trade experts believe the movie still has an opportunity to grow over the weekend because romantic comedies often rely more on audience recommendations than front-loaded hype.
Ayushmann Khurrana’s Important Box Office Test
The film also represents an important theatrical test for Ayushmann Khurrana, whose recent box office track record has seen mixed results. While the actor remains highly respected for his performances and unconventional scripts, several of his recent theatrical releases struggled commercially after the pandemic period.
With Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, Ayushmann returned to the commercial comedy space that originally helped establish his mainstream popularity. Industry analysts say the movie’s final performance could significantly influence the actor’s future positioning within Bollywood’s romantic-comedy genre.
Pati Patni Aur Woh Do has started its box office run with a moderate Day 1 collection of ₹3.85 crore net in India. While the opening fell short of the original Pati Patni Aur Woh starring Kartik Aaryan, the film still has potential to improve if strong audience reactions continue through the weekend.
With Ayushmann Khurrana leading a star-studded cast and early viewers responding positively to the humor and performances, the coming days will determine whether the romantic comedy can turn its decent opening into a successful theatrical run.
