Mumbai: Trade experts expect the Bollywood romantic comedy Param Sundari, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, to open with an estimated ₹5–6 crore on its first day. Ahead of its release on August 29, the film has seen moderate advance bookings and is being backed to gain momentum through word-of-mouth over the weekend.
Mid-range opening expected, backed by advance bookings and buzz
Trade analyst Ramesh Bala reports that advance booking numbers have reached approximately ₹1 crore, pointing to a first-day net opening of ₹5–6 crore. He predicts the first weekend haul could reach around ₹25 crore if the buzz translates into sustained audience interest. Recovery in the romantic genre depends on audience reception in the first few days.
Varied predictions continue amid genre revival hopes
Some observers are more optimistic. Another expert places the day-one collection in the ₹6–7 crore range — a modest yet notable figure for contemporary romance films. Pinkvilla predicts a stronger opening, estimating a ₹10–11 crore day one, citing strong music reception and a popular trailer, along with minimal competition for screens in the first week. Outlook India projects an opening range of ₹7–9 crore based on advance ticket sales across major platforms.
Advance booking gives early signals of performance
The film has sold over 10,000 advance tickets within 24 hours across popular booking apps. Analysts expect this to push the opening closer to ₹10 crore, placing it above previous romantic entries like Bhool Chuk Maaf, which opened at ₹7 crore. While this is still below blockbuster openings in the genre, the figures currently signal a potential upward trajectory if the film resonates with the audience.
Conclusion
Early estimates place Param Sundari’s opening day collection between ₹5 and ₹11 crore, a range that reflects cautious optimism. While the mid-range estimate of ₹5–6 crore aligns with typical rom-com performances, stronger opening projections from several outlets indicate that success could hinge on promotion, music popularity, and early reception. As the film hits theatres during the festive season, audience reaction on release day will determine its box office fate.