The Indian box office witnessed a mixed bag of performances on May 25, 2026, with several films vying for audience attention. From new releases to holdover successes, the day's collections painted a diverse picture of audience preferences across regions.
Pati Patni Aur Woh Continues Strong Run
The comedy-drama Pati Patni Aur Woh, starring Kartik Aaryan, Bhumi Pednekar, and Ananya Panday, maintained its momentum on its second Saturday. The film earned approximately Rs 4.5 crore, taking its total domestic collection to over Rs 85 crore. With positive word-of-mouth and strong family appeal, it is expected to cross the Rs 100 crore mark soon.
Do Chand Sees Steady Growth
Do Chand, a romantic drama featuring Rajkummar Rao and Kriti Sanon, showed a healthy increase on its third Saturday. The film collected around Rs 2.8 crore, bringing its total to Rs 68 crore. The movie has been praised for its performances and music, helping it sustain well in urban centers.
Mera Dil Holds Its Ground
The romantic thriller Mera Dil, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Triptii Dimri, added Rs 2.1 crore on Saturday. With a cumulative total of Rs 55 crore, the film is performing steadily in multiplexes, though it faces tough competition from other releases.
Karuppu: A Strong Regional Performer
Tamil film Karuppu, directed by Pa. Ranjith and starring Soori, continued its impressive run in Tamil Nadu and among diaspora audiences. The film earned Rs 1.5 crore on Saturday, taking its total to Rs 32 crore. Its gripping narrative and strong performances have made it a critical and commercial success.
Drishyam 3: The Blockbuster Phenomenon
Drishyam 3, starring Ajay Devgn and Tabu, remained the top earner of the day with Rs 6.2 crore. The film's total now stands at a staggering Rs 210 crore, making it one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of the year. The thriller's gripping plot and stellar performances continue to draw audiences, even in its fourth week.
Overall Box Office Trends
The total box office collection for May 25, 2026, across these five films was approximately Rs 17.1 crore. While big-budget films like Drishyam 3 dominate, mid-range films are finding their footing through positive reviews and targeted marketing. Regional cinema continues to thrive, with Karuppu proving that content-driven films can achieve commercial success.
Industry experts predict that the upcoming week will see further shifts as new releases enter the fray. However, the current lineup offers something for every moviegoer, from comedy and romance to intense thrillers.
