De De Pyaar De 2 Box Office Report: A Disappointing Week 1
The much-hyped sequel De De Pyaar De 2, starring Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, and Tabu, has underperformed at the box office, failing to meet the expectations set by its 2019 prequel. Early estimates suggest the film collected a meager Rs 3.5-4 crore on Day 7 (Tuesday), bringing its one-week total to Rs 45-48 crore nett in India—far below trade predictions.
Why the Sequel is Failing to Impress
- Uninspired Storyline – Critics and audiences alike have called out the lack of fresh narrative twists, making it feel like a rehash of the original.
- Mixed Audience Reception – While Devgn’s performance is praised, the forced humor and weak emotional depth have drawn criticism.
- Stiff Competition – Hollywood’s Deadpool & Wolverine and other Bollywood releases are diverting attention, especially in urban centers.
- Weak Promotions – The marketing campaign lacked the aggressive nostalgia-driven push typical of successful sequels.
Box Office Day-by-Day Breakdown
- Day 1 (Fri): Rs 10.25 Cr
- Day 2 (Sat): Rs 12.50 Cr
- Day 3 (Sun): Rs 14.75 Cr
- Day 4 (Mon): Rs 5.50 Cr
- Day 5 (Tue): Rs 4 Cr (est.)
Trade analysts project the film will struggle to cross Rs 75 crore domestically, a sharp decline from the prequel’s Rs 103 crore lifetime haul.
Trade Experts’ Take
- Taran Adarsh: “The sequel lacks the repeat-viewer appeal of the original.”
- Komal Nahta: “Rom-coms thrive on word-of-mouth, and this one missed the mark.”
Can the Film Bounce Back?
With no major releases next week, DDPD 2 might see a slight second-weekend boost, but a full recovery seems unlikely. Overseas performance (UAE/UK) could marginally salvage its prospects.
Final Verdict
De De Pyaar De 2 joins the growing list of Bollywood sequels that couldn’t replicate prior success. Fans now await Devgn’s Singham Again for a potential comeback.
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