Sidharth Malhotra & Janhvi Kapoor Shine As Param Sundari Sees Big Box Office Debut

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Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor 's latest rom-com, Param Sundari, has delivered a strong opening weekend both in India and overseas. The film has emerged as the highest Hindi overseas opener for both stars, grossing over $400K globally. Domestically, it amassed a net total of ₹28.48 crore over its first three days, a performance that has secured a place among the top-grossing films for both actors. Driven by positive word of mouth and the lead pair's "sizzling chemistry," the film is being hailed as a much-needed success for the romantic-comedy genre.


Param Sundari’s Strong International Debut


Released on 29th August 2025 across 70+ countries, 1000+ locations, and 1500+ screens, Param Sundari has become the biggest overseas opener for both Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor. Distributed internationally by Marudhar Entertainment, the film grossed $400K+ during its first weekend.
Audience demand is particularly high among global viewers seeking light-hearted, festive Bollywood entertainment. With Saturday’s international numbers jumping by 30%, the film is signalling strong momentum across overseas markets.

Setting New Milestones for the Stars


The film's performance has resulted in new career milestones for its lead actors. With its ₹28.48 crore net haul, Param Sundari has become Sidharth Malhotra’s 4th biggest opening weekend grosser, just narrowly missing the record set by his debut film, Student Of The Year (₹28.5 crores), by a mere 2 lakh.


Audience Reactions: A Light-Hearted Love Festival

Audiences and critics alike have hailed Param Sundari as a “love festival” filled with fun, romance, and emotions. The chemistry between Sidharth and Janhvi has been singled out as one of the film’s greatest strengths.
With its vibrant visuals, chartbusting soundtrack, and scenic backdrops from Kerala, the film is being praised as a rom-com at its finest. Its global appeal highlights the rising demand for culturally rooted yet universally entertaining Indian cinema


The Power of Story and Chemistry


Beyond the numbers, the film is resonating deeply with audiences. Praised for its "vibrant visuals, chartbusting music, and rich cultural textures," Param Sundari is being hailed as a "rom-com at its best." Audience reactions have called it a "light-hearted love festival," and the refreshing chemistry between Sidharth and Janhvi has been a major highlight, winning over both fans and critics. From the scenic backwaters of Kerala to its already viral soundtrack, the film continues to blend "humour, heart, and visual spectacle with flair," solidifying its appeal to a global audience.

Param Sundari India Box Office Collection – First 3 Days


Despite competition and heavy rainfall at certain centres, the film’s Indian box office performance has been impressive. Here’s the detailed breakdown:

  • Day 1 (29th Aug): ₹7.37 crores
  • Day 2 (30th Aug): ₹10.07 crores
  • Day 3 (31st Aug): ₹11.04 crores
  • Total (Opening Weekend): ₹28.48 crores net
  • Gross Domestic Collection (including GST): ₹33.60 crores

This makes Param Sundari one of the most successful romantic comedy launches of 2025.