Ajay Devgn’s ‘De De Pyaar De 2’ Takes a Strong Opening Leap Amidst Rom-Com Challenges

Released on November 14, 2025, 'De De Pyaar De 2' starring Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, and R. Madhavan managed to secure a respectable Rs 8.75 crore opening day collection. This places it as the fourth highest opener in the romantic comedy segment in the post-pandemic era, trailing behind hits like 'Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar' and 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari.'

The film, a sequel to the original hit 'De De Pyaar De,' gained traction through positive word of mouth and its family-centric theme. However, the rom-com genre continues to face challenges with limited geographic appeal and consumer preference shifting towards either dramatic content or pure comedy, making solid openings rare.

Despite a modest start compared to pre-pandemic standards, 'De De Pyaar De 2' showed improved occupancy in evening and night shows, indicating potential weekend growth. Its success highlights the significance of star power and relatable storytelling in drawing audiences to theaters.

Key Highlights:

Rs 8.75 crore opening makes it the 4th highest post-pandemic rom-com opener.

Stars Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, and R. Madhavan lead the film.

Strong family appeal amid a challenging rom-com market.

Better occupancy noted in evening and night shows.

Rom-com genre remains dependent on fresh content and star attraction.

Positioned behind 'Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar' and 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari' in post-COVID rom-com rankings.

Sources: Times of India, Koimoi, NDTV Profit, Bollywood Hungama