1. Introduction – A New Romantic Ride

Bollywood has always been famous for love stories, and 2025 has welcomed another addition to this tradition. Param Sundari, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, released on 29th August 2025. The film came with good buzz because of its music, vibrant trailer, and most importantly, the fresh pairing of Sid and Janhvi.

The title itself, Param Sundari, is catchy and has already been trending on social media thanks to its songs. Produced by Maddock Films and directed by Tushar Jalota, the movie brings a mix of comedy, romance, and emotions. Set against the backdrop of Punjab and Kerala, it tries to give audiences a colourful love story with a cultural twist.

2. Day 1 Collection – How Much Did It Earn?

The big question for any new release is always – how much did it earn on the first day? 

Early box office updates show that the movie started on a fairly good note.

India Net Collection: ₹7.25 – ₹7.37 crore

India Gross Collection: ₹8.69 crore

Worldwide Total (Day 1): Around ₹10 crore

For a rom-com of this scale, these numbers are considered quite positive. It may not be a record-breaking start, but it gives the film a strong foundation for the weekend.

3. The total production and marketing investment for

Param Sundari is believed to be nearly ₹60 crore. From filming locations to star payments and publicity drives, everything together adds up to this number. On Day 1 itself, the movie recovered about 15% of its cost.

If we compare it to other films:

Janhvi’s journey in films began in 2018 with Dhadak. The movie started strong at the box office, bringing in nearly ₹8.7 crore on day one. Her latest release, Param Sundari, comes close and marks her next biggest opener so far.

For Sidharth Malhotra, the film stands in his top 5 openers list.

This shows that the audience is ready to give this fresh pairing a chance.

4. Audience Response

The audience reaction on Day 1 was mixed but leaned towards positive.

Young viewers enjoyed the chemistry between Sid and Janhvi.

The title song Param Sundari is already a chartbuster and played loudly in many theatres.

Some felt that the story was predictable, but the comedy and music made the film a light entertainer.

Occupancy Report (India):

Morning shows: ~8%

Noon shows: ~11%

Evening shows: ~19%

Average occupancy: ~12.9%

Interestingly, South Indian cities showed stronger response:

Bengaluru: ~24.5%

Chennai: ~24.7%

Hyderabad: ~21.7%

The numbers indicate that the movie found good acceptance among viewers in big cities.

5. Critics’ Reviews

Critics had a mixed take:

The Indian Express said the film works mainly because of its music and lead pair’s chemistry.

Koimoi noted that this is Janhvi’s second-best opening and a solid entry for Sidharth.

Bollywood Hungama called it Maddock Films’ 4th biggest rom-com opener.

While no one called it a masterpiece, most agreed it is a “safe watch” for rom-com lovers.

6. Music and Social Buzz

Music has been one of the biggest strengths of Param Sundari. The title track became a social media sensation weeks before release. Instagram reels, YouTube shorts, and TikTok clips used the song in thousands of videos.

On Twitter (X), hashtags like #ParamSundariMovie and #SidJanhvi trended throughout the release day. Fans appreciated the fresh pairing, calling them “the cutest couple of 2025.”

7. Star Performances

Sidharth Malhotra looked charming and comfortable in his role. After a few action films, audiences enjoyed watching him in a light romantic avatar again.

Janhvi Kapoor impressed with her natural acting and screen presence. This film is being seen as an important step in her career graph.

Supporting cast added humour and balance to the story, though the main focus stayed on Sid–Janhvi.

8. Weekend Expectations

Trade experts believe the film can build on its opening. If word-of-mouth stays positive, the weekend collection may touch ₹27–30 crore.

Day 2 (Saturday): Expected 9–10 crore

Day 3 (Sunday): Expected 11–12 crore

Total Weekend: Around 27–30 crore

If this trend continues, the film could emerge as a hit or at least a semi-hit.

9. Comparison with Other Releases

When compared to action films or big-budget spectacles, the film’s opening looks small. For example, big titles this year opened above ₹20 crore. But rom-coms are judged differently.

For its genre, Param Sundari did better than many other romantic releases. It sits in the same league as films like Luka Chuppi or Cocktail in terms of first-day numbers.

10. Final Verdict – Will It Succeed?

The first-day performance of Param Sundari proves that light-hearted rom-coms still have a space in Bollywood. With a net of around ₹7.37 crore, the film has not broken records, but it has given enough reason for the makers to feel confident.

What really works for the film is the lively pairing of Sid and Janhvi, supported by vibrant cinematography and catchy songs. The only minus is a somewhat predictable storyline.

If the film sustains its run and grows over the weekend, it could easily cross ₹60–70 crore lifetime, making it a success.

11. Conclusion

Param Sundari opened with ₹7.37 crore in India on Day 1 and around ₹10 crore worldwide. For a film of this budget and genre, the start is promising.

12. Ticket Booking dekha jaaye to BookMyShow pe ~116,000 tickets bikne ki figure thodi average rahi, chart toppers ke comparison mein 

Koimoi.

Lekin sacnilk data bataata hai ki romantic genre lovers ko film ne jarur engage kiya—especially South circuits mein (Bengaluru–24.5%, Chennai–24.75%, Hyderabad–21.75%) mint.

Is romantic tide pe dhyan dene ki baat yeh hai ki Param Sundari ne weekend pe momentum banane ke liye foundation set kiya—aur ab sabka nazar second din aur weekend trends par laga hua hai.

Audiences have welcomed the Sid–Janhvi pairing, the songs are a rage, and critics have given decent ratings. Now all eyes are on the weekend jump, which will decide if this rom-com becomes one of the surprise hits of 2025.