Box Office Face-Off: Thamma vs Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat – Day 3 Insights
The Indian film industry saw an exciting box office clash this week with two highly anticipated releases, Thamma and Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat. Both films hit theaters on October 21, 2025, capturing audience attention in different ways. By Day 3, their performances started to show a clear contrast.
‘Thamma’ – A Strong Start Amid Mixed Reviews
Thamma, a horror-comedy featuring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, is part of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU), which also includes hits like Stree 2 and Munjya.
- Day 1: ₹24 crore – The film benefited from the festive Diwali period.
- Day 2: ₹7.12 crore – A noticeable dip in collections.
- Day 3: ₹12.50 crore – Bringing the total domestic gross to approximately ₹43.62 crore.
Despite the day-to-day fluctuations, Thamma performed impressively on the international stage, achieving a worldwide gross of ₹72 crore by Day 3, surpassing even the lifetime collections of Baaghi 4.
Sources: Sacnilk, Hindustan Times
‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’ – Consistent Performance on a Smaller Scale
In comparison, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, a romantic drama starring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, had a modest release but showed steady growth:
- Day 1: ₹8.50 crore
- Day 2: ₹7.75 crore
- Day 3: ₹6 crore – Total domestic collection reaches ₹22.75 crore
Interestingly, the film reportedly recovered its production budget within the first three days, marking an early commercial success despite fewer screens.
Sources: Times of India, Koimoi
Day 3 Box Office Comparison
| Film Title | Day 1 (₹ Cr) | Day 2 (₹ Cr) | Day 3 (₹ Cr) | Total (₹ Cr) | Worldwide (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thamma | 24.00 | 7.12 | 12.50 | 43.62 | 72.00 |
| Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat | 8.50 | 7.75 | 6.00 | 22.75 | N/A |
Key Takeaways:
- Thamma leveraged a wider release and festive timing, which boosted its opening numbers.
- Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat maintained steady earnings, achieving a faster return on investment.
Audience Reception and Critical Response
- Thamma: Received mixed reviews. Its unique blend of horror and comedy appealed to some, while others felt it fell short compared to previous MHCU entries. Initial excitement drew large crowds, but sustaining interest was challenging.
- Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat: Praised for its emotional storytelling and strong performances, the film resonated well with its target audience, maintaining consistent viewership.
Conclusion
The box office journey of Thamma and Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat highlights the unpredictable nature of film success. While a wider release and festival timing can drive initial earnings, long-term success depends on audience engagement and word-of-mouth.
Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat proves that even films with limited releases can be profitable with steady performance and positive reception. As both films continue their run, it will be interesting to track whether they can sustain momentum or face further fluctuations.
