Romantic Drama 'With Love' Achieves Box Office Milestone with Rs 20.44 Crore in 11 Days
The Tamil romantic drama 'With Love' has demonstrated remarkable staying power at the box office, completing its 11-day theatrical run with a total collection of Rs 20.44 crore in India net earnings. Directed by Madhan, the film officially crossed the coveted Rs 20-crore mark on Monday, February 16, 2026, as it entered its second week on a steady and promising note.
Detailed Box Office Performance and Growth Trajectory
On its eleventh day in theaters, 'With Love' earned an estimated Rs 54 lakh across all language versions. The film's performance has been characterized by significant fluctuations and impressive growth spurts throughout its run. According to data from the Sacnilk website, the eighth day saw collections of Rs 1.35 crore, followed by a substantial surge on the ninth day with Rs 2.9 crore – representing a dramatic 114.81% increase from the previous day. The tenth day added another Rs 2.25 crore to the tally.
These robust numbers in the second week have propelled the film well beyond its first-week total of Rs 13.4 crore, indicating strong word-of-mouth and sustained audience interest. The film's ability to maintain momentum beyond the opening weekend suggests it has successfully connected with viewers despite initial comparisons to other recent Tamil romantic comedies.
Tamil Nadu Leads with Strong Audience Occupancy Rates
The state of Tamil Nadu has emerged as the primary contributor to the film's box office success, demonstrating particularly strong audience engagement. On Monday, February 16, 2026, the overall Tamil occupancy for 'With Love' averaged 16.56% across the state. The breakdown by show timings reveals consistent interest throughout the day:
- Morning shows: 14.07% occupancy
- Afternoon shows: 19.39% occupancy
- Evening shows: 16.57% occupancy
- Night shows: 16.20% occupancy
This balanced occupancy pattern across different time slots indicates broad appeal beyond traditional peak viewing hours, suggesting the film has attracted diverse audience segments throughout the day.
Cast Performances and Critical Reception
'With Love' features Abishan Jeevinth, Anaswara Rajan, and Harish Kumar in central roles, with Abishan making his debut as a lead actor. According to an ETimes review, his performance "helps soften the character of Sathya, who could have come across as off-putting if played by another actor." Anaswara Rajan's performance has been particularly praised for its "easy screen presence" that has significantly enhanced the film's overall appeal.
The critical assessment notes that while the film "does take a while to find its footing" and initially invites comparisons to other recent Tamil romantic comedies, it becomes "more assured and finds its flow" once it begins exploring the characters' flashbacks. The review further observes that 'With Love' "relies heavily on the relatability factor" and attempts to "slice together situations that the audience can resonate with," though acknowledging that "this approach doesn't always work."
Future Prospects and Industry Context
With a strong hold after its second weekend, 'With Love' appears positioned for a steady run through the coming week. The film's performance represents a significant achievement in the current cinematic landscape, particularly for a romantic drama facing competition from various entertainment options. The sustained occupancy rates in Tamil Nadu suggest regional strength that could translate to longer theatrical legs than initially anticipated.
Disclaimer: The box office numbers and data presented in this article are compiled from diverse public and industry sources. All figures are approximate unless explicitly mentioned, offering a fair representation of the movie's box office performance. These totals may change as official studio data is updated or as additional international market reports are finalized. This data is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only.
