Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi’s Comedy Drama ‘Bhool Chuk Maaf’

‘Bhool Chuk Maaf’ is capturing the hearts of audiences and achieving impressive box office numbers. In just a week, the film has surpassed Rs. 44 crore, as reported by Sacnilk. This marks a strong debut for this charming small-town love story.

Despite facing delays and stiff competition, the film has resonated with family audiences, thanks to its blend of humor, emotion, and feel-good appeal.

A Warm Opening and a Strong Weekend

Released on 23 May 2025, ‘Bhool Chuk Maaf’ began its theatrical run with a solid Rs. 7 crore on its opening day. The weekend saw even better numbers, with Saturday bringing in Rs. 9.5 crore and Sunday achieving Rs. 11.5 crore, marking its highest single-day earnings in the first week. By the end of its opening weekend, the film had amassed Rs. 28 crore, indicating that positive word-of-mouth and audience appreciation were working in its favor.

Day 7 Occupancy

On Thursday, 29 May 2025, ‘Bhool Chuk Maaf’ maintained a steady audience turnout across theaters, with an overall average occupancy of 11.19% for its Hindi 2D version. The film started slowly in the morning with just 5.72% occupancy but gained momentum throughout the day. Afternoon shows recorded a healthy 13.40%, followed by 11.46% in the evening, and the night shows saw the highest turnout at 14.18%.

Holding Steady Through the Week

Typically, weekdays see a decline in collections, but ‘Bhool Chuk Maaf’ managed to hold its ground effectively:

This brought the film’s total to Rs. 44 crore by the end of its first week, a commendable figure for this comedy-drama.

About ‘Bhool Chuk Maaf’

Set in Banaras, the film follows Ranjan (played by Rajkummar Rao), a young man deeply in love with a girl named Titli (played by Wamiqa Gabbi). To win her hand, he aspires to secure a government job. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he breaks a vow made to Lord Shiva, landing him in a challenging situation that he must resolve to regain control of his life.

The film has also garnered positive reviews from critics. ETimes rated it 3 out of 5 stars, noting, “The first half takes a bit too long to get to the point with numerous songs added without much purpose. The humor is largely clean and safe, barring a few ‘tatti jokes’. The second half, however, shifts the narrative, addressing themes of growing apathy, isolation, and self-centered living.” This combination of humor and heart seems to resonate well with audiences.