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The Diwali battle is on at the box office! Ayushmann vs. Harshvardhan – who will win the hearts of the audience?

The Diwali battle is on at the box office! Ayushmann vs. Harshvardhan – who will win the hearts of the audience?

This Diwali, two major Bollywood films, “Thama” and “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat,” are set to compete at the box office. Both films are scheduled to release on October 21, 2025. Audiences are already booking their seats, and excitement is building. The horror-comedy film “Thama” stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, while the romantic film “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat” stars Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa. Currently, initial booking figures show “Thama” leading, but the final competition will depend on audience response and reviews.

Thama’s Advance Bookings and Initial Collections

According to cinema experts, “Thama” collected approximately ₹95.81 lakh on its first day (Hindi and Telugu). The value of seats blocked in advance bookings was ₹3.79 crore. This film, part of the Maddock horror-comedy universe, is attracting significant audiences, with initial response being positive. However, the film’s overall earnings and success will be determined by reviews and audience response over the next few days. Thama’s story, a blend of comedy and horror, is believed to be a major driver of audiences’ attendance.

Advance Bookings and Expectations for “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat”

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat has attracted audiences’ attention due to its songs and romantic story. The film received an “A” certificate, which is expected to lead to a slower opening at the box office. The film collected ₹26.16 lakh on its first day, while the collection from seats blocked in advance bookings was ₹86.30 lakh. However, the film’s success will also depend on reviews and audience response. Given the experience of previous hit romantic films like “Sanam Teri Kasam,” it is expected that people will flock to theaters to watch the film.

 

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Diwali 2025 Box Office Competition

Like last year, this year’s Diwali box office will be heavily contested. Last year, “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” and “Singham Again” competed, with Singham Again earning ₹260.04 crore while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 collected ₹247.85 crore. However, due to its budget, Singham Again wasn’t considered a blockbuster, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 was considered a big hit. This year, a similar competition will be seen between Thama and Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniat. Audience feedback, social media reviews, and advance bookings will determine the winner.

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