Milap Zaveri’s romantic drama Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat crosses ₹52 crore in just 7 days, racing past big releases like Thamma and Kantara Chapter 1 (Hindi) — and fans can’t get enough of this passionate love story!
The Diwali season has turned truly romantic at the Indian box office as Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, starring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, continues its dream run. Milap Zaveri’s latest romantic drama has stunned trade analysts by holding strong through its first week, despite tough competition from big-ticket releases.
With ₹52.38 crore in just seven days, this intense love saga has become one of the biggest romantic hits of 2025, officially earning a “Hit” status within its first week.
Harshvardhan Rane’s Biggest Blockbuster Yet!
Harshvardhan Rane, known for his brooding charm and raw screen presence, has finally struck gold. Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat marks the actor’s highest-grossing film to date — and fans are calling it a well-deserved win. His sizzling chemistry with Sonam Bajwa has set the screens ablaze, and audiences are swooning over their passionate performances.
Rane, who has mostly featured in niche romantic dramas, has finally found a pan-India connection with this project. From multiplex crowds to single-screen audiences, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat has emerged as the dark horse of the festive season.
Box Office Day 7 Breakdown
Here’s how the film performed throughout its first week:
| Day | Collection (in Crores) |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | ₹10.10 crore |
| Day 2 | ₹8.88 crore |
| Day 3 | ₹7.10 crore |
| Day 4 | ₹6.41 crore |
| Day 5 | ₹7.55 crore |
| Day 6 | ₹8.30 crore |
| Day 7 | ₹4.04 crore |
| Total (Net India) | ₹52.38 crore |
Despite facing a 37% drop on Monday (as compared to its Friday collections), the film showed strong word-of-mouth growth through the week, maintaining excellent occupancy in metro cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Chandigarh.
Strong ROI & Profit Margins
Made on a budget of ₹25 crore, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat has already earned a 109.52% return on investment, making it one of the most profitable romantic dramas of the year. Trade experts believe it’s just days away from earning the coveted “Super Hit” tag.
The film’s gross collection now stands at ₹61.80 crore in India alone. Given its sustained popularity and positive WOM (word of mouth), it is expected to touch ₹75 crore by the end of its extended 10-day opening week.
Second-Highest Opening Week for a Romantic Film in 2025
In just a week, the film has stormed into the Top 5 Romantic Grossers of 2025, securing the #2 position behind Saiyaara.
Here’s how the romantic scoreboard looks this year:
- Saiyaara – ₹175.25 crore
- Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat – ₹52.38 crore (still running strong)
- Bhool Chuk Maaf – ₹45.41 crore
- Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari – ₹44 crore
- Param Sundari – ₹41.67 crore
Even big-budget films like Metro In Dino couldn’t crack the top 5 — proving once again that content and chemistry trump hype.
What’s Working for the Film
So what makes Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat click? Here’s what insiders say:
- Crackling chemistry between Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa — audiences are calling it the “hottest pairing of the year.”
- Old-school romance meets modern drama — Milap Zaveri’s signature masala storytelling adds emotional weight to a passionate love story.
- Strong dialogues and music — songs like “Dil Ke Raste Mein” and “Deewaniyat Reprise” have gone viral on Instagram reels.
- Festival timing — its Diwali release gave it a strong opening push with family audiences.
Audience & Critics React
Social media is flooded with reactions — and they’re glowing. Fans are calling the movie “a beautiful heartbreak journey” and praising Milap Zaveri for “bringing back Bollywood-style intensity in romance.”
A viral X (formerly Twitter) post read:
“Harshvardhan Rane finally got his due! Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat is pure passion, pain & poetry on screen. Sonam Bajwa – breathtaking as always!”
Critics too are impressed. One film reviewer wrote, “Zaveri manages to blend heartbreak with hope in a way few filmmakers can. It’s melodrama done right.”
The Competition: Holding Strong Against Biggies
Despite clashing with Thamma and Kantara Chapter 1 (Hindi), Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat held its ground. It was initially expected to open modestly, but word-of-mouth turned it into a runaway success.
Trade tracker Ramesh Bala posted on X:
“#EkDeewaneKiDeewaniyat emerges a HIT! Holding strong amid festive competition. Rane’s career-best performance + Zaveri’s emotional drama = audience connect!”
About the Film
Directed by Milap Zaveri, the film explores themes of love, obsession, and redemption — a story about two star-crossed lovers caught between passion and pain.
Starring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, it’s produced under the banner of CineVista Studios, with music by Amaal Mallik and cinematography by Vikas Sivaraman.
What’s Next
With three more days left in its extended week, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat is well on its way to becoming a Super Hit. If it maintains its pace over the weekend, it could cross the ₹70 crore mark by its second Sunday.
Trade experts are already predicting a strong second-weekend hold — especially given the romantic wave the film has triggered.
Final Verdict
– Budget: ₹25 crores
– India Net: ₹52.38 crores
– India Gross: ₹61.80 crores
– ROI: 109.52%
– Verdict: Hit
With glowing reviews, a loyal fanbase, and unstoppable momentum, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat is not just a film — it’s a reminder that Bollywood romance still sells, when done right.
Note: Box office figures are estimates from various sources and have not been independently verified by Ulta Palta Khabar.
