Bollywood's latest box office face-off had all the drama of a masala film! Loveyapa, the rom-com starring Junaid Khan and Khushi Kapoor, finally hit theaters, only to get smashed by none other than Himesh Reshammiya's Badass Ravi Kumar. The numbers are in, and let's just say, the audience seems to be vibing with Himesh's retro action-packed swag over Junaid and Khushi's mushy romance.
The self-proclaimed OG rockstar of Bollywood, Himesh Reshammiya, is proving that his fanbase still rides hard for him. On its opening day, Badass Ravi Kumar collected a solid Rs 2.49 crore, comfortably surpassing Loveyapa's Rs 1.25 crore debut.
Despite Loveyapa being backed by Bollywood's elite and a growing buzz pre-release, the film couldn't match the Badass energy that Himesh brought to the big screen. According to industry insiders, Badass Ravi Kumar tapped into a nostalgia wave, drawing fans in with its unique blend of musical action, over-the-top dialogues, and Reshammiya's signature swagger.
Loveyapa had all the elements of a successful rom-com: fresh faces, an adorable love story, and the full-blown Bollywood PR machine pushing it. Yet, the film struggled to make a significant impact in the morning shows, only picking up steam in the evening and night screenings. Trade experts believe this could be a sign of positive word-of-mouth, but will it be enough to bounce back over the weekend?
Though Loveyapa outperformed Sky Force (Rs 85 lakh) and Deva (Rs 80 lakh), it still needs a major boost to catch up with Badass Ravi Kumar.
Industry watchers predict that if Loveyapa maintains its upward trend in evening shows, it might recover over the next few days. But with Badass Ravi Kumar running strong, Himesh might just dance his way to box office glory. Will Junaid and Khushi be able to turn the tide? Or will Badass Ravi Kumar continue flexing on them? The next 48 hours will be crucial.