Box Office Battle: Ananya Panday's Struggles vs. Ayushmann Khurrana's Success

In the latest box office showdown, Ananya Panday's romantic film *Chand Mera Dil* struggles to attract audiences, while Ayushmann Khurrana's comedy *Pati Patni Aur Woh 2* continues to thrive. With mixed reviews impacting earnings, the competition between these films raises questions about their future performance. As the audience decides the fate of these releases, all eyes are on the box office numbers to see which film will ultimately prevail. Discover the latest updates and insights into this cinematic battle.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 30, 2026, 10:33 IST

Current Box Office Dynamics

Every week, the fate of new film releases at the box office is determined by audience preferences. Occasionally, even star-studded casts fail to propel a film to success, while strong narratives and positive reviews can turn a movie into a box office hit. This week, the situation is no different, with Ananya Panday and Lakshya's romantic venture, *Chand Mera Dil*, struggling to attract viewers since its debut.

Comparative Performance of Films

In contrast, Ayushmann Khurrana's comedy and South Indian superstar Suriya's action-fantasy film are holding strong at the box office. Despite being from different genres and targeting varied audiences, the performance of these three films has sparked considerable discussion. The focus is now on which film will ultimately triumph and which will lag behind.

Box Office Figures for Chand Mera Dil

In *Chand Mera Dil*, Ananya Panday and Lakshya portray a couple navigating various relationship hurdles. The film received mixed reviews from both viewers and critics, which is reflected in its box office performance. As per Sacnilk's data, the film earned ₹1.30 crore in India on its second Friday, bringing its total domestic earnings to ₹20.75 crore. After an opening day collection of ₹3 crore, the film saw a slight increase over its opening weekend, earning ₹3.75 crore on Saturday and ₹4.25 crore on Sunday. However, the earnings dipped during the weekdays, leading to a total worldwide gross of approximately ₹27.55 crore over eight days.

Comparative Earnings of Ananya Panday's Films

In comparison, Ananya Panday's earlier film, *Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri*, achieved over ₹30 crore in net collections within the same eight-day timeframe. Meanwhile, Lakshya's debut film, *Kill*, despite positive reviews, managed to earn around ₹11.90 crore during its first eight days. The spotlight is now on whether *Chand Mera Dil* can recover during its second weekend.

Ayushmann Khurrana's Steady Success

On the other hand, Ayushmann Khurrana's comedy, *Pati Patni Aur Woh 2*, continues to perform well. Directed by Mudassar Aziz, the film features Rakul Preet Singh, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Sara Ali Khan in key roles. On its 15th day, it recorded a net collection of ₹1.25 crore, bringing its total net earnings in India to ₹43.20 crore, with a gross collection of ₹51.26 crore.

International Performance

The film has also been well-received internationally, grossing ₹7.65 crore from overseas markets, resulting in a total worldwide collection of ₹58.91 crore. It is expected that the film may surpass the ₹60 crore mark this weekend.

Conclusion

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