The romantic comedy Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri has officially released in theaters today, Thursday, December 25, 2025. Marking the first collaboration between Kartik Aaryan and Dharma Productions, the film arrives as a major festive release for the Christmas holiday.
The film follows an “enemies-to-lovers” story arc set against the picturesque backdrops of Croatia and Jaipur. Kartik Aaryan plays Ray Mehta, a carefree wedding planner, while Ananya Panday portrays Rumi, a headstrong novelist.
1. Mixed Critical and Audience Reviews
Initial feedback from the first-day shows indicates a divided response from both critics and fans.
- The Positives: Many viewers have praised the “sweet and wholesome” chemistry between Kartik and Ananya. The film is being described as a “feel-good” experience with genuine humor in the first half. Ananya Panday’s performance, in particular, has been noted as natural and effortless.
- The Negatives: Some critics have labeled the film “painfully dull” and “exhausting,” citing a weak story and a lack of emotional depth. There is also a sentiment on social media that Bollywood needs to focus on fresher scripts rather than trying to replicate the “90s romance” vibe of classics like DDLJ.
- The Music: The soundtrack, composed by Vishal–Shekhar, has been a highlight. The title track and the soulful song Dil Musafir (sung by Lucky Ali) are already trending across streaming platforms.
2. Box Office: A Tough Clash
The film is currently facing one of the most difficult box office windows of the year, clashing with two massive giants.
- The Competition: Tu Meri Main Tera is struggling to secure premium screens against the dominance of the spy thriller Dhurandhar (which has crossed ₹960 crore) and the visual spectacle of Avatar: Fire and Ash.
- Opening Day Figures: Early reports suggest a shaky start. The film earned approximately ₹1.81 crore in advance bookings. Including spot bookings, trade experts predict an opening day collection in the range of ₹5 crore – ₹7 crore, significantly lower than Kartik Aaryan’s recent hits like Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.
- Occupancy: Morning shows reported low occupancy, with some urban centers seeing as few as 10–15 people per screening. However, theater owners are hopeful that evening shows will see a spike due to the holiday crowd.
3. Key Cast and Crew
- Director: Sameer Vidwans
- Cast: Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Panday, Neena Gupta, Jackie Shroff, and Aruna Irani.
- Producers: Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, and Apoorva Mehta.
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