The romantic drama Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, released just before Diwali on October 21, 2025, has turned out to be a surprise success.
Directed by Milap Zaveri, the film stars Harshvardhan Rane as a passionate politician and Sonam Bajwa as the actress who changes his life.
Made on a ₹30 crore budget, the movie collected ₹8.50 crore on its first day, exceeding expectations and marking the best opening of Rane’s career.
Despite facing competition from Ayushmann Khurrana’s horror hit Thamma, the film has managed to carve its own space this festive season.
Key Takeaways
- Opening Day Collection: ₹8.50 crore, Rane’s biggest opening till date.
- Advance Booking: ₹2.54 crore from 94,000+ tickets sold.
- Worldwide Gross (Day 1): ₹10–11 crore including ₹1.5–2 crore from overseas.
- Budget: ₹30 crore with a break-even target of ₹40–45 crore.
- Occupancy: 37.75%–39.51% overall, highest in evening shows.
Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat: Box Office Performance
The film gained traction when it was released the day before Diwali, with families flocking to theaters.
The soundtrack and Rane’s aggressive marketing, which included selling tickets in Mumbai himself, created a lot of buzz.
According to industry trackers like Sacnilk and Bollywood Hungama, the film’s ₹8.50 crore India net collection beat early predictions and even beat mid-range films like Dhadak 2 and Metro In Dino.
Story & Audience Response
The movie is about Vikram (Rane), a politician who becomes obsessed with Adaa (Bajwa), a well-known actress. His passion becomes an obsession, which breaks his heart and destroys him.
Shaad Randhawa and Sachin Khedekar’s supporting roles add emotional depth, and Kunaal Vermaa and DJ Chetas’s music has become a big draw.
There are mixed reactions on social media: 60% of fans liked how emotional the movie was, while 40% thought it glorified toxic love.
What Fans Loved:
- Rane’s performance — “His expressions speak louder than words.”
- Bajwa’s chemistry and strong presence.
- Melodious soundtrack connecting with romantic audiences.
- Deep emotional moments that made it a Diwali favorite.
What Critics Pointed Out:
- Some found the story too old-fashioned, promoting unhealthy obsession.
- Few said the pacing slowed in parts, making the second half feel stretched.
- Lack of originality in the storyline.
Critics & Public Verdict
Critics are split in their reviews. Bollywood Hungama rated it 3.5/5, calling it “fierce and emotional,” while Box Office Worldwide gave it 1.5/5 for being predictable. Times Now described it as an “emotional ride,” and a fan poll showed 55% audiences preferred it over Thamma.
On X (formerly Twitter), #EkDeewaneKiDeewaniyat trended with over 50,000 mentions, a 200% rise post-release. Viral fan edits, memes, and music clips have boosted its online reach.
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If collections hold steady, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat might turn into the sleeper hit of 2025, proving that emotional storytelling can still shine amid big-banner releases.
