Tere Ishq Mein Movie Review, Rating, Budget & Box Office Collection (2025)

Introduction – A Love Story That Burns Bright, but Not Always Evenly

“Tere Ishq Mein” (UA16+) released on 28 November 2025 in India with a runtime of 2h 49m.
Directed by Aanand L. Rai, the film brings together an intense mix of romance, drama and raw emotions, capturing a tale where some souls collide and some stories burn brighter than expected.

IMDb-style user rating: ⭐ 8.9/10 (7K+ Votes)

Storyline – A Tale of Love, Anger & Heartbreak

The film follows Shankar (Dhanush), an angry, passionate young man who falls in love with his college classmate Mukti (Kriti Sanon).
Their relationship grows during college, but things take a drastic turn when Mukti decides to walk away and chooses to marry someone else.

This decision pushes Shankar into emotional turmoil — leading to a series of intense, sometimes destructive consequences.
The film attempts to bring the emotional sensibilities of Raanjhanaa into a Gen-Z setting, exploring obsession, heartbreak, masculinity and consequences.

Cast & Crew

Main Cast

• Dhanush as Shankar Gurrukkal
• Kriti Sanon as Mukti Behniwal
• Prakash Raj as Shankar’s Father
• Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub as Murari
• Tota Roy Chowdhury as Yashwant Behniwal

Crew

• Director: Aanand L. Rai
• Producers: Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Aanand L. Rai
• Writers: Himanshu Sharma, Neeraj Yadav
• Music: A.R. Rahman
• Singer: Arijit Singh
• Action Director: Sunil Rodrigues
• Lyricist: Irshad Kamil

Box Office Collection – A Strong Start

“Tere Ishq Mein” delivered one of the Top 10 Biggest Openings of 2025.

Day 1 Box Office Collection:

• ₹15.25 Crore nett (All Languages)
  • Hindi: ₹14.75 Cr
  • Tamil: ₹0.50 Cr

Screens Count:

Approx. 2000 screens

Budget:

₹85 Crore

The opening is comparable to “Raid 2” and only behind “Saiyaara”, making it a promising start for the film.

Audience Reaction – Mixed But Engaging

Reddit reviews show a mixed but emotionally connected reaction.

Positive Feedback:

• First half flows very well, emotions land properly
• Dhanush’s performance holds the film together
• Kriti Sanon surprises viewers with emotional depth
• Some scenes in the second half hit hard emotionally
• Strong acting from most of the cast

Negative Feedback:

• Plot feels uneven and messy in parts
• Last 20 minutes break logic for many viewers
• Concerns about glorifying toxic masculinity
• Some feel ARR’s music is underwhelming initially
• Lacks hype compared to other big releases

Themes & Controversies

Many viewers raised questions about whether the film:

• Glorifies toxic love and obsessive behaviour, or
• Shows it as a cautionary tale

Women on social platforms expressed concern about portrayal of relationships and violence, comparing it to films like Raanjhanaa, Darr, and Kabir Singh.

Tere Ishq Mein Movie Rating

• User Rating: ⭐ 8.9/10
• Audience Rating (Social Media): ⭐ 7.5/10
• Critic Rating (Expected/Estimated): ⭐ 6.5–7/10

The strong IMDb-style rating comes from emotional connect and performances, though critics may highlight screenplay flaws.

Final Verdict – Should You Watch It ?

“Tere Ishq Mein” is:
✔️ Emotionally strong in parts
✔️ Powered by excellent performances
✔️ Engaging first half
❌ Uneven screenplay
❌ Controversial storytelling in the second half

If you enjoy intense emotional dramas, Dhanush’s acting, and complicated love stories, this one may work for you.
But if you prefer clean, logic-driven narratives, the film may feel inconsistent.