Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat Surprises Everyone: How a Small Film Turned Big at the Box Office in Just Two Days

Let’s be honest, no one expected Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat to make this kind of noise. Directed by Milap Zaveri and starring Harshvardhan Rane with Sonam Bajwa, the film quietly entered theatres without massive hype or marketing gimmicks. Yet within two days, it found itself racing ahead of the pack.

Made on a modest ₹25 crore budget, the romantic drama collected close to ₹19 crore (net) within its first 48 hours in India. By any measure, that’s a strong opening, especially when you consider it wasn’t a festival weekend or a long holiday boost.

Solid Hold, Strong Word of Mouth

Here’s where things get interesting: instead of dipping sharply after Day 1, the film held its ground. The second-day drop was barely noticeable, signaling that audiences were connecting with the story. While big-budget releases often crash after a flashy start, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat seems to be doing the opposite, growing through genuine word of mouth.

It even managed to outshine the opening weekends of a few other recent Bollywood releases like Azaad, Loveyapa, Mere Husband Ki Biwi, Dhadak 2, and Metro In Dino. Not bad company for a film that came in with modest expectations.

What This Means for the Film

Recovering nearly three-quarters of its budget in two days puts the movie on solid financial ground. If this pace continues, profitability isn’t far away. It’s the kind of result that reminds Bollywood that smartly made mid-budget films, when they connect emotionally, can still win over audiences without the need for huge promotions or star-driven buzz.

The Takeaway

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat isn’t trying to reinvent romance, but it’s proof that authenticity still sells. It’s heartfelt, relatable, and performing way beyond predictions. If it keeps this up, it might just become one of the most surprising success stories of 2025.