Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari has crossed the ₹33 crore mark at the Indian box office, but the Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor starrer is facing significant challenges in its theatrical run. The film recorded a substantial 67 percent drop on its first Monday, collecting only ₹3 crore despite Buy-One-Get-One offers in theaters.
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Opening Day Performance Falls Below Expectations
Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari earned ₹9.25 crore India net on its opening day, October 2, 2025, which coincided with the Dussehra and Gandhi Jayanti holidays. Trade analysts and industry insiders had expected a double-digit opening for the Dharma Productions film, owing to its release on a National Holiday.
| Day-Wise Box Office Performance | India Net Collection | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (Thursday, Oct 2) | ₹9.25 Cr | 34.08% |
| Day 2 (Friday, Oct 3) | ₹5.50 Cr | 18.01% |
| Day 3 (Saturday, Oct 4) | ₹7.25 Cr | – |
| Day 4 (Sunday, Oct 5) | ₹8.20 Cr | 29.14% |
| Day 5 (Monday, Oct 6) | ₹3.00 Cr | 15.52% |
| Total (5 Days) | ₹33.75 Cr | – |
The film’s worldwide collection on day one stood at ₹13.10 crore, with ₹2 crore coming from overseas markets and ₹11.10 crore as India gross collection.
Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor Lead Star-Studded Cast
Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is directed by Shashank Khaitan and produced by Dharma Productions and Mentor Disciple Entertainment. The film stars Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf in key roles.
Set against the backdrop of Delhi, the film is based on a humorously convoluted premise of two ex-lovers trying to win their love back. Amidst an extravagantly dramatic tale of innocent deception and comical misunderstandings, an accidental love story blossoms.
Weekend Collections Show Mixed Trends
After its opening day, the film saw a significant drop on Friday, collecting ₹5.50 crore with an 18.01% occupancy. The earnings saw a slight uptick on Saturday when the romantic comedy raked in ₹7.25 crore, taking the film’s three-day total to ₹22 crore.
According to official figures, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari earned ₹8.20 crore on day 4 (Sunday), showcasing another jump compared to the ₹7.80 crores garnered on Saturday. However, the Monday collections paint a concerning picture for the film’s long-term prospects.
Record Achievement: Second Highest Romantic Film Opening of 2025
Despite the challenges, the film achieved a notable milestone during its opening weekend. Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari has scored the 2nd highest opening weekend of a romantic Bollywood film in 2025, with an overall net collection reaching ₹32.12 crores, which is approximately ₹37.90 crores in gross total.
| Opening Weekend Rankings | Film | Weekend Collection |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Saiyaara | Higher than SSKTK |
| #2 | Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari | ₹32.12 Cr (net) |
| #3 | Param Sundari | Lower than SSKTK |
The film has surpassed Param Sundari and every single romantic film of 2025 except Saiyaara in its opening weekend.
Kantara Chapter 1 Emerges as Major Competition
The film’s biggest rival is Kantara: Chapter 1, which is currently the audience’s priority. Shashank Khaitan’s directorial is facing competition from Kantara Chapter 1 and Jolly LLB 3, but has very well managed to witness an upward trend throughout the first weekend.
The Hindi version of the Rishab Shetty starrer Kantara Chapter 1 has raked in ₹19 crore alone on day 3, becoming a big deterrent to the collection of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari.
Budget and Break-Even Expectations
Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is estimated to be made on a budget of ₹80 crores, inclusive of promotion costs. The film will be considered a hit if it does ₹80 crores and will be average at ₹60 crores.
| Budget Breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Budget (with promotions) | ₹80 Crore |
| Hit Status Required | ₹80+ Crore |
| Average Status | ₹60 Crore |
| Current Collection (Day 5) | ₹33.75 Crore |
| Remaining for Hit Status | ₹46.25 Crore |
Given the current trajectory and the steep Monday drop, reaching the ₹80 crore mark appears challenging for the Varun Dhawan starrer.
Monday Drop Signals Box Office Struggles
Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari recorded a significant drop of 67 percent on its first Monday over its opening day, adding an estimated ₹3 crore net at the Indian box office. Interestingly, this figure came despite the Buy-One-Get-One offer, which is a significant concern. Had there been no offer, the movie would have crashed.
The film had an overall 15.52% Hindi occupancy on Monday, October 6, 2025, with morning shows at 8.48%, afternoon shows at 14.17%, evening shows at 14.48%, and night shows at 24.95%.
The total cumulative revenue of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari reached ₹33.75 crore, with its biggest day coming on Day 1 itself, which was ₹9.25 crore.
Critical Reception and Word of Mouth
The word-of-mouth is favorable, so it would be interesting to see its hold on the weekdays. However, the film received a mixed response from cinegoers and critics alike, with negative word of mouth and crowded Dussehra release alongside Kantara Chapter 1 contributing to the low collections.
The film has received a 6.9 rating on IMDb. Reviews describe it as a formulaic Bollywood rom-com, with Varun Dhawan being praised as the saving grace who carries the film with his trademark cheeky energy and charisma.
Path to Recovery Appears Challenging
It won’t be wrong to say that the box office fate of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is sealed now. The only saving grace for the film is that it has a good free run until the release of Thamma and Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, as there is no significant release in between.
Despite a solid start, it will still be about where the film lands on the weekend as collections saw a drop on Friday but they had to be back on Saturday. While the film did show improvement over the weekend, the Monday crash has dampened hopes of a strong recovery.
Occupancy Trends Across the Week
The occupancy patterns reveal interesting viewing trends for the Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan film:
| Show Timing | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 4 | Day 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning Shows | 14.77% | 9.06% | 13.70% | 8.48% |
| Afternoon Shows | 38.93% | 17.44% | 34.45% | 14.17% |
| Evening Shows | 43.65% | 18.33% | 41.10% | 14.48% |
| Night Shows | 38.95% | 27.20% | 27.29% | 24.95% |
The data shows that evening and night shows performed better during the opening day and weekend, but all show timings witnessed significant drops on the first Monday.
OTT Release Plans
Following the theatrical run, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari will premiere on Netflix. While the release date has not been officially announced yet, Bollywood movies ideally debut digitally eight weeks after their theatrical run ends.
What Lies Ahead for the Film
The coming weekdays will be crucial for Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari. With the drastic Monday drop and competition from Kantara Chapter 1 continuing to dominate screens, the film needs to stabilize its collections to have any chance of reaching respectable lifetime numbers.
The Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor pairing, backed by Dharma Productions’ banner and Shashank Khaitan’s direction, was expected to deliver stronger numbers. However, the combination of stiff competition, mixed reviews, and lack of substantial weekend growth has resulted in an underwhelming box office performance for what was positioned as a major festive release.
With no major releases scheduled immediately, the film has a window to potentially recover some ground, but the steep Monday drop suggests that audience interest has waned significantly. The next few days will determine whether Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari can salvage a respectable total or if it will be remembered as one of 2025’s underperformers despite its star power.
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FAQs
What is the total box office collection of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari?
As of Day 5 (Monday, October 6, 2025), Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari has collected ₹33.75 crore net at the Indian box office. The film opened with ₹9.25 crore on Day 1 but saw a 67% drop on Monday with only ₹3 crore collection.
Who are the lead actors in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari?
Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari stars Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor in lead roles, with Sanya Malhotra and Rohit Saraf playing key supporting characters. The film is directed by Shashank Khaitan and produced by Dharma Productions.
What is the budget of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari?
The film is estimated to be made on a budget of ₹80 crores, inclusive of promotion costs. The film needs to collect ₹80 crores to be considered a hit and ₹60 crores to achieve average status at the box office.
How did Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari perform on its opening day?
The film collected ₹9.25 crore India net on its opening day (October 2, 2025), with a worldwide collection of ₹13.10 crore. The opening day had 34.08% occupancy, with the best performance during evening shows at 43.65%.
When will Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari release on OTT?
Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari will premiere on Netflix following its theatrical run. While the exact OTT release date hasn’t been officially announced, Bollywood films typically debut on streaming platforms eight weeks after their theatrical release ends.
