Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Sequel Opens Weakly at Indian Box Office
The Bollywood sequel "Pati Patni Aur Woh Do," starring Ayushmann Khurrana, opened with a disappointing Rs 3.85 crore in India on May 15, 2026, significantly trailing its 2019 predecessor. Despite mixed reviews and low initial occupancy, the film showed modest growth on its second day, reaching Rs 9.75 crore domestically and Rs 13.70 crore worldwide. While industry observers note the underperformance compared to previous hits, positive word-of-mouth among family audiences is driving a gradual increase in ticket sales, though concerns about cost recovery remain.
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Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Earns Rs 24 Cr Globally, Trails Original's Opening Weekend
Ayushmann Khurrana's romantic comedy Pati Patni Aur Woh Do has collected approximately Rs 24.25 crore globally during its first weekend, with Rs 21 crore grossed in India. Directed by Mudassar Aziz, the film features Rakul Preet Singh, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Sara Ali Khan alongside Khurrana. Despite receiving mixed audience responses and facing controversies regarding its theme and cast dynamics, the movie demonstrated positive momentum with a 34.8% increase in collections on its third day (Sunday). Occupancy rates also improved significantly, rising from 17.69% on Saturday to 26.02% on Sunday, with notable performance in Chennai and Pune. However, these figures remain substantially lower than the 2019 original starring Kartik Aaryan, which earned Rs 42 crore in its opening weekend. The article contextualizes this release within the recent careers of its lead actors, noting previous successes and failures, while highlighting that Dream Girl remains Khurrana's highest-grossing film to date. Industry trackers indicate the film is scaling upwards despite the initial mixed reception.
The Indian ExpressSara Ali Khan Thanks Fans as 'Pati Patni Aur Woh Do' Sees Box Office Growth
Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan has expressed sincere gratitude to audiences for their support of the recently released comedy-drama "Pati Patni Aur Woh Do." Taking to social media, she reshared co-star Ayushmann Khurrana’s update and urged fans, whom she affectionately called "darshaks," to keep showing their love as the film continues its theatrical run. Khurrana highlighted the movie's strong momentum, noting a nearly 40 percent growth in box office collections driven by positive word-of-mouth and family audience appeal. The sequel, directed by Mudassar Aziz, features an ensemble cast including Rakul Preet Singh and Wamiqa Gabbi. After a modest opening with 12 percent occupancy, the film saw a significant jump in earnings on its second day. It has currently grossed Rs 13.70 crore worldwide and Rs 9.75 crore net in India. Originally scheduled for a March 2026 Holi release, the film was postponed to May 15, 2026, but is now gradually finding its space among masses due to its status as a family entertainer.
India Today | Latest StoriesPati Patni Aur Woh Do Box Office: Ayushmann Khurrana's Film Earns Over Rs 13 Crore on Day 2
Ayushmann Khurrana's romantic comedy Pati Patni Aur Woh Do demonstrated significant momentum at the box office on its second day, despite receiving poor critical reviews and a modest opening. According to trade tracker Sacnilk, the film collected Rs 5.75 crore net in India on Saturday, marking a 43.8 percent increase from its Day 1 earnings of Rs 4 crore. This brings the total India net collection to Rs 9.75 crore and the worldwide gross to Rs 13.70 crore, including Rs 1 crore from overseas markets. The film recorded an overall occupancy of 17.69 percent across India, with Chennai showing the highest engagement at 36.5 percent. However, these figures trail significantly behind the 2019 predecessor starring Kartik Aaryan, which earned Rs 12.33 crore net on its second day alone. Prior to its release, the film faced controversy and accusations of glorifying adultery, which the cast and director Mudassar Aziz denied, describing it instead as a family-friendly comedy of errors. The article also contextualizes the performance against recent hits by co-stars Rakul Preet Singh and Wamiqa Gabbi.
The Indian ExpressPati Patni Aur Woh Do Box Office: Ayushmann Khurrana's Film Nears Rs 10 Crore in India
The Bollywood comedy-drama "Pati Patni Aur Woh Do," directed by Mudassar Aziz and starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Wamiqa Gabbi, Sara Ali Khan, and Rakul Preet Singh, has shown modest improvement at the box office on its second day. Released on May 15, the film collected a net total of Rs 9.75 crore in India over its first two days. On Saturday, it earned Rs 5.75 crore from 6,717 shows with a 16% occupancy rate, marking a noticeable increase from its opening day collection of Rs 4.38 crore. The worldwide gross currently stands at Rs 13.70 crore. Despite this growth, the figures remain significantly lower than the 2019 original, which earned Rs 12.33 crore on its second day alone. Critics describe the sequel as enjoyable but not groundbreaking, highlighting Khurrana's strong performance. The film relies on Sunday collections to boost revenue before expected weekday declines. This report highlights the comparative underperformance of the sequel against its predecessor while noting its steady, albeit slow, audience uptake in domestic theaters.
India Today | Latest StoriesPati Patni Aur Woh Do Box Office: Ayushmann's Sequel Opens Lower Than Kartik's Original
Ayushmann Khurrana’s latest romantic comedy, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, had a sluggish start at the box office following its theatrical release on May 15, 2026. The film collected approximately Rs 3.85 crore net domestically on its opening day across 6,554 shows, marking one of the lowest openings of Khurrana’s career. This figure is less than half of the Rs 9.10 crore opening day collection achieved by the original 2019 film, Pati Patni Aur Woh, which starred Kartik Aaryan. Overseas collections added Rs 1 crore to the worldwide gross, bringing the total to Rs 5.62 crore. Audience occupancy rates were low, ranging from 5.38% in morning shows to roughly 10% in afternoon and evening slots. Critical and audience responses were mixed; while some viewers criticized the film for relying on repetitive jokes, others praised the humor and the cast's performances, including Wamiqa Gabbi, Rakul Preet Singh, and Sara Ali Khan. India Today noted that while the film is not groundbreaking, it remains watchable and highlights Khurrana's return to his comedic strengths.
India Today | Latest StoriesPati Patni Aur Woh Do Opens Weakly with Rs 3.85 Crore, Trails Prequel significantly
The sequel to the 2019 hit Pati Patni Aur Woh, titled Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, had a disappointing opening day at the Indian box office. Starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rakul Preet Singh, Sara Ali Khan, and Wamiqa Gabbi, the film earned approximately Rs 3.85 crore net in India and Rs 5.62 crore worldwide on its first day, May 15, 2026. This performance is significantly lower than its predecessor, which starred Kartik Aaryan and opened with Rs 9.10 crore net in India. The new release screened across 6,822 shows but managed only a 12% occupancy rate, indicating weak audience interest despite the moderate budget. Directed by Mudassar Aziz, the film has received mixed reviews, raising concerns about its ability to recover costs quickly. The article contrasts this slow start with Ayushmann Khurrana’s previous success in Thamma and highlights the recent theatrical performances of co-stars Rakul Preet Singh and Sara Ali Khan. Industry observers are now watching closely to see if the film can gain momentum over the weekend, as it deviates from the actor's typical double-digit opening trend for medium-budget social comedies.
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