Do Deewane Seher Mein: Box Office and Critical Response
Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur’s latest romantic drama Do Deewane Seher Mein opened to a modest response at the Indian box office on Friday, with early reviews reflecting sharply divided opinions. The film, directed by Ravi Udyawar and backed by Bhansali Productions and Zee Studios, released nationwide on February 20, 2026.
Within its first two days, Do Deewane Seher Mein collected an estimated ₹1.83 crore in India net, according to trade data displayed in the box office summary (see collection table on page 4 of the Sacnilk report PDF). The film earned ₹1.25 crore on Day 1, followed by approximately ₹0.58 crore on Day 2.
The romantic drama, set in Mumbai, explores themes of insecurity, self-worth and imperfect love. However, both audience and critic reactions suggest the film has struggled to strike a consistent emotional chord.
Day 1 and Day 2 Collections
Opening Day Performance
As per the Day 1 breakdown in the Times of India box office report PDF (page 2), the film registered a modest start despite its urban romance positioning. Occupancy across regions remained limited, with morning shows reportedly below the 10 per cent mark in several circuits.
The Sacnilk occupancy table (pages 8 and 9) indicates:
- Mumbai: 10.09% overall occupancy on Day 2
- NCR: 7.00%
- Pune: 12.56%
- Bengaluru: 13.59%
- Chennai: 14.50%
While some metro centres showed slightly better traction, overall numbers remain subdued for a wide theatrical release.
Two-Day Total
The cumulative two-day figure stands at ₹1.83 crore India net. Industry observers suggest the film will need strong weekend growth or positive word-of-mouth to sustain momentum in the coming week.
Audience Reactions: Social Media Divided
Initial viewer reactions highlighted on page 3 and page 6 of the Hindustan Times review PDF reflect a split verdict.
Some social media users described Do Deewane Seher Mein as a “cute love story” with heartfelt performances. Viewers praised the chemistry between Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur, calling the narrative simple and relatable.
Others, however, found the pacing slow and the emotional stakes underwhelming. While a section of audiences appreciated the film’s sincerity, some noted that the storytelling lacked dramatic impact.
Online ratings hovered in the mid-range bracket, with several viewers placing it between 3 and 4 stars out of 5.
Critical Reception: Warm Visuals, Weak Emotional Core
The critical assessment, as reflected in the review summary from The Hindu PDF (pages 1 to 5), takes a more restrained stance.
The film has been described as a romantic drama that centres on two socially awkward millennials navigating career pressures and personal insecurities in Mumbai. Siddhant Chaturvedi plays a marketing professional dealing with a speech impediment, while Mrunal Thakur portrays a content creator grappling with self-image concerns.
However, critics noted that while the premise offers scope for layered storytelling, the execution feels overstretched. The screenplay has been characterised as safe and predictable, with limited emotional intensity. The review emphasised that although the film attempts to celebrate imperfect love, the conflicts appear muted and do not build sufficient dramatic weight.
The film’s runtime of 138 minutes is listed in the review box (page 3), and some commentary suggests that tighter editing could have strengthened the narrative impact.
Cast and Crew Context
Do Deewane Seher Mein marks the first on-screen pairing of Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur. The film is directed by Ravi Udyawar and produced under the Bhansali Productions banner.
The supporting cast includes Ila Arun, Joy Sengupta and Sandeepa Dhar, among others, as noted in the cast listing panel in the review PDF (page 3).
Both lead actors have previously delivered commercially successful projects. However, this film appears to be positioned as a quieter, character-driven romantic drama rather than a mainstream entertainer.
Will Word of Mouth Help Do Deewane Seher Mein?
Trade analysts indicate that Do Deewane Seher Mein will rely heavily on weekend footfall growth and urban multiplex audiences. Given its moderate occupancy and mixed critical response, the film’s long-term box office performance will depend on sustained positive audience conversations.
With the romantic drama genre often benefiting from strong word-of-mouth support, the coming days will be crucial for its theatrical run.
For now, Do Deewane Seher Mein has opened on a restrained note, earning ₹1.83 crore in two days while drawing a blend of appreciation and critique from viewers and reviewers alike.
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