Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 Box Office Day 1 Morning Occupancy: A Dull Opening for Kapil Sharma’s Comedy Sequel — Has the Dhurandhar Wave Crushed Its Chances?

Kapil Sharma, one of India’s most beloved comedians, returns to the big screen with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2, the sequel to his 2015 comedy hit. Directed by Anukalp Goswami, the film was expected to draw family crowds looking for light-hearted entertainment. But despite Kapil’s star power and the nostalgic appeal of the franchise, the film’s Day 1 box office start has turned out to be surprisingly slow.

⭐ Day 1 Morning Occupancy: Underwhelming Across the Board

According to early estimates from Sacnilk, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 registered a morning occupancy of 5.91%, which is far from ideal for a mainstream Bollywood comedy.

This occupancy places the film in the low-opening zone, where only strong word-of-mouth or evening growth can save it.

Why such a low start? Several factors are at play:

1. Dhurandhar’s Dominance:
   Ranveer Singh’s mega-hit Dhurandhar is still sweeping the nation with explosive demand. The spy-action thriller has taken control of premium screens, IMAX shows, and mass circuits, leaving very limited room for new releases.

2. Screen Crunch:
   KKPK2 has received restricted screen count, especially in metros, where Dhurandhar continues to hold high-paying shows. Without adequate screen presence, morning numbers naturally dipped.

3. Holiday Season Overcrowding:
   December is packed with releases—romance, big-scale actioners, family dramas, and even regional titans—splitting the audience base.

4. Mixed Curiosity Factor:
   While Kapil Sharma is a household name, the buzz for the sequel wasn’t as electrifying as expected.

⭐ Comparison with Mastiii 4: Slightly Better, But Not a Big Advantage

Interestingly, Mastiii 4, starring Vivek Oberoi, Riteish Deshmukh and Aftab Shivdasani, recorded 5.55% occupancy for its morning shows on opening day.

Kapil’s film does score a bit better at 5.91%, but:

• the difference is too narrow to signify strong buzz

• Mastiii 4 had a niche target audience, whereas Kapil’s comedy aims at families and masses

• KKPK2 was expected to open stronger due to the brand value of Kapil Sharma

So, though technically “better,” it doesn’t qualify as a strong or promising start.

⭐ Can KKPK2 Survive the Dhurandhar Storm?

This is the big question.
Industry watchers are cautiously analyzing KKPK2’s potential:

Positives:

✔ Kapil Sharma still has massive goodwill
✔ Comedy films often pick up in evening shows
✔ Family audiences prefer comedies on weekends
✔ If content delivers laughs, WOM can boost collections

Negatives:

✘ Limited screens due to Dhurandhar
✘ Strong competition from Tere Ishk Mein
✘ Post-exam, pre-holiday audiences are selective
✘ Low initial footfalls reduce momentum

A major turnaround will depend entirely on evening growth + Saturday–Sunday jump.

⭐ Trade Prediction: What Can Day 1 End Up At?

Given the soft morning start:

• Afternoon shows need at least 30–40% improvement

• Evening shows must see 60–80% growth for a respectable day

• Day 1 is currently trending in the low single-digit crore range

If the movie gains traction among families, Day 2 may show a double-digit jump.

⭐ Audience Sentiment & Social Media Buzz

The chatter around the film suggests:

• Many viewers are curious to see Kapil in his comic element again

• Several fans feel nostalgic about Part 1

• Comedy lovers are hopeful for a clean, fun entertainer

• But general excitement is subdued due to Dhurandhar craze everywhere

Early reviews will play a big role in shaping the rest of the weekend.

⭐ Final Word: A Slow Start, But Not a Lost Battle

While Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 has begun its journey on a dull note, Kapil Sharma comedies traditionally work on:

• family audiences

• weekend footfalls

• mass circuits

• word-of-mouth rather than hype