Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 Opening Day Box Office: Kapil Sharma’s Comedy Sequel Opens to Muted Rs 1.75 Crore Nett
Kapil Sharma made his much-awaited return to the big screen with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2, but the film failed to make a strong first impression at the box office. The comedy drama registered an underwhelming opening of approximately Rs 1.75 crore nett on Day 1, as per early trade estimates. The opening figures have turned out to be largely in line with advance predictions, indicating limited initial audience interest.
Serving as a sequel to the 2015 hit Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, the new installment was expected to capitalize on brand recall and Kapil Sharma’s popularity. However, the film struggled to gain traction right from its release day, mainly due to low pre-release buzz, poor awareness, and strong competition from already-running films.
Dhurandhar Dominates Screens, Impacts Opening
One of the biggest hurdles for Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 has been the sensational box office run of Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar, which continues to command a significant share of screens and audience footfall across the country. The Kapil Sharma starrer found it difficult to draw audiences away from the action-packed entertainer, particularly in mass belts and single-screen theatres.
Additionally, the film suffered from lacklustre promotional assets. Neither the trailer nor the songs managed to create excitement among moviegoers, which directly reflected in weak advance bookings and low walk-in numbers on the opening day.
Mixed Audience Response Adds to Concerns
The film opened to a mixed audience reception, which further dampened its box office prospects. While a section of viewers appreciated the situational comedy and performances, many felt the sequel lacked freshness and failed to match the entertainment value of the original. Trade experts believe that had the film opened to a strong word-of-mouth response, it could have shown better long-term potential despite the slow start.
Weekend and Lifetime Projections
Despite the dull opening, there is still some hope for the makers as comedy films generally witness weekend growth, especially if family audiences step in. Based on current trends, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 is expected to wrap up its opening weekend between Rs 4.75 crore and Rs 6 crore nett.
However, the film’s lifetime box office performance will heavily depend on its weekday hold. A sharp drop post-weekend could severely limit its overall run, while stable weekday numbers may help it reach a somewhat respectable total.
More Competition Ahead
The road ahead looks even tougher as Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 will soon face another major challenge with the arrival of Avatar: Fire and Ash, which is expected to dominate screens nationwide. With limited buzz and increasing competition, retaining screens will be a major task for the Kapil Sharma starrer.
Opening Day Box Office Collection (India Nett)
| Day | Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Rs 1.75 crore |
| Total | Rs 1.75 crore |
About the Film
Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 is directed by Anukalp Goswami and features an ensemble cast including Kapil Sharma, Ayesha Khan, Parul Gulati, Tridha Choudhury, Hira Warina, Manjot Singh, Asrani, and Sushant Singh. The film attempts to recreate the confusion-driven comedy of the first part but has so far fallen short at the box office.