The first weekday of December 2025 brought a sobering reality check for the Hindi film industry, as the latest box office figures revealed a significant dip in collections for the recent releases. After enjoying a robust weekend, the much-talked-about film 'Tere Ishk Mein' saw its earnings decline sharply on Monday, December 1. Meanwhile, the other major release, 'Gustaakh Ishq', continued to struggle, failing to find a solid footing with audiences.
'Tere Ishk Mein' Faces Steep Monday Drop
Imran Khan's romantic drama, 'Tere Ishk Mein', which had opened to a promising start, experienced the expected post-weekend slump. According to early estimates, the film collected approximately ₹1.25 crore on its first Monday. This marks a substantial fall from its Sunday collections, highlighting the challenge of maintaining weekday momentum.
The film's total domestic collection now stands at an estimated ₹18.75 crore after four days in theaters. While the opening weekend was fueled by positive word-of-mouth and the star's return, the Monday numbers indicate that the film's appeal might be limited to a specific audience segment. The coming days will be crucial to determine if it can stabilize and show steady growth.
'Gustaakh Ishq' Struggles to Gain Traction
On the other hand, the situation appears more challenging for Arbaaz Khan's 'Gustaakh Ishq'. The film, which also released on November 28, 2025, has failed to ignite the box office since its debut. Its Monday collection on December 1 was a meager ₹0.30 crore (₹30 lakh), pointing towards extremely limited audience interest.
With a four-day total collection hovering around ₹2.30 crore, 'Gustaakh Ishq' is facing an uphill battle for survival. The low figures suggest that the film has not been able to connect with viewers, resulting in poor occupancy shows across the country. This performance underscores the unpredictable nature of the box office, where not all releases can guarantee success.
Analysis and Industry Implications
The contrasting fortunes of these two films offer a clear snapshot of current audience preferences. 'Tere Ishk Mein', despite the Monday drop, still holds potential due to its decent weekend hold. Its performance in the mid-week period will be the key indicator of its final box office journey. Industry analysts are keenly watching whether it can cross the crucial ₹30 crore mark in its first week.
For 'Gustaakh Ishq', the path ahead looks difficult. With such low daily collections, the film is unlikely to see a dramatic turnaround. This struggle highlights the importance of strong marketing, compelling content, and star power in driving audiences to theaters in a competitive landscape.
The box office report for December 1, 2025, serves as a reminder of the industry's volatile nature. While weekends can provide a burst of revenue, sustaining interest on weekdays is the true test of a film's staying power. All eyes are now on the upcoming Friday releases, which will bring new competition and potentially reshape the theatrical landscape once again.
