The true successor to the 2019 romantic comedy hit has arrived! Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh‘s De De Pyaar De 2 has successfully established itself as a story-driven franchise, picking up the narrative directly where the first film concluded. Since its release on November 14, 2025, the sequel collected an estimated ₹44 crore net at the domestic box office within its first five days. The film, which introduces R. Madhavan in a pivotal role, now aims for the crucial ₹75 crore mark globally as it navigates the competitive weekday box office.
The film continues the unconventional love story of Ashish Mehra (Ajay Devgn) and Ayesha Khurana (Rakul Preet Singh). Having secured the approval of Ashish’s family in the original film, the sequel throws a new, hilarious, and emotionally charged challenge at the couple: winning over Ayesha’s skeptical parents, led by the age-conscious father, Rakesh ‘Rajji’ Khurana, played brilliantly by R. Madhavan.
De De Pyaar De 2 opened to decent numbers on Friday, November 14, and witnessed a healthy increase throughout its first weekend, demonstrating positive word-of-mouth. The initial five-day box office breakdown shows the film successfully crossing the ₹40 crore milestone:
| Day | Date | Estimated Net Collection (₹ Crores) | Trend |
| Day 1 | Friday, Nov 14 | ₹ 8.75 | Decent Opening |
| Day 2 | Saturday, Nov 15 | ₹ 12.25 | Strong Weekend Growth |
| Day 3 | Sunday, Nov 16 | ₹ 13.75 | Peak Weekend Earning |
| Day 4 | Monday, Nov 17 | ₹ 4.25 | Expected Weekday Drop |
| Day 5 | Tuesday, Nov 18 | ₹ 5.00 | Tuesday Jump (due to offers) |
| Total | 5 Days | ₹ 44.00 | Steady Start |
While the film experienced the expected steep drop on its first Monday, the collections showed a vital slight recovery on Tuesday (Day 5), primarily benefiting from discounted ticket offers across major multiplex chains. Trade analysts now closely watch the film’s hold through the rest of the week, asserting that consistency is key for the rom-com genre in the post-pandemic box office climate. Globally, the film surpassed the ₹60 crore gross mark by the end of Day 5, attracting overseas audiences to the familiar and charming franchise.
The film’s most significant achievement lies in its successful continuation of the story. Director Anshul Sharma and writers Luv Ranjan and Tarun Jain ensured the sequel flows naturally from the 2019 original, giving the narrative true franchise appeal rather than just utilizing the brand name.
In Part 1, Ashish (Ajay Devgn) convinced his estranged wife (Tabu) and children to accept his relationship with Ayesha (Rakul Preet Singh). Part 2 immediately escalates the conflict, as the couple travels to meet Ayesha’s family. The sequel cleverly introduces R. Madhavan as the protective and equally age-conscious father, Rajji, who, ironically, is the same age as his prospective son-in-law, Ashish. This generational face-off forms the core conflict, with critics praising Madhavan’s nuanced performance as the standout element of the film.
The ensemble cast, which also features Gautami Kapoor and Meezaan Jafri in key roles, drives the comedic tension as they navigate family expectations and the societal hurdles of the age-gap relationship.
De De Pyaar De 2 not only reunites the delightful pairing of Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh but also introduces the witty rivalry between Devgn and Madhavan. Critics and audiences alike hail the sharp, witty exchanges between the two veteran actors as a major highlight.
While Rakul Preet Singh radiates confidence as the modern, headstrong Ayesha, Ajay Devgn embraces the self-aware humour surrounding his character’s age, delivering a relaxed and charming performance. The film leverages the star power of its leads effectively, providing a fresh dynamic to the romantic comedy genre. The coming days will determine the film’s trajectory as it aims to mimic the sustained success and longevity of the original, which ultimately crossed the ₹100 crore mark domestically.
