De De Pyaar De 2 Box Office Break-even: How Many Tickets It Must Sell to Be a Hit
De De Pyaar De 2 Break-even Analysis: Budget, cast fees, and exact box office collections needed for Hit, Average or Flop verdict—explained simply
The wait is almost over. De De Pyaar De 2 releases in cinemas tomorrow, November 14, 2025. Fans are excited to see Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh return. This time, R. Madhavan joins the cast as the “villain” father-in-law. But for the producers, the real game is about money.
According to Pinkvilla reports, the advance booking is decent but not record-breaking. The Times of India noted a 75% jump in ticket sales today. As per DNA India, the star cast has charged heavy fees. This raises the film’s budget significantly.
So, what does the movie need to earn to be safe? Let’s look at the math.
The Economics: How Much Did De De Pyaar De 2 Cost?
To know if a movie is a hit, we first need to know its cost. The official budget is not out, but we can estimate it based on news reports.
- Ajay Devgn’s Fee: According to DNA India and Asianet News, Ajay Devgn charged roughly ₹40 Crores.
- R. Madhavan’s Fee: The new addition, Maddy, reportedly took home ₹9 Crores.
- Rakul Preet Singh’s Fee: The leading lady charged around ₹4.5 Crores.
- Other Cast & Production: With actors like Jaaved Jaaferi and Gautami Kapoor, plus shooting costs in London and Punjab, we can estimate another ₹45-50 Crores.
Estimated Total Budget: ₹100 Crores (approx).
| De De Pyaar De 2 Budget Distribution | Estimated Cost (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|
| Ajay Devgn | 40 |
| R. Madhavan | 9 |
| Rakul Preet Singh | 4.5 |
| Production + Shooting (London + Punjab) | 35 |
| Marketing & Promotions | 11.5 |
This is a big jump from the first part. The first De De Pyaar De (2019) was made on a budget of around ₹78 Crores.
De De Pyaar De 2 Magic Numbers: Hit, Average, or Flop?
In India, box office verdicts depend on “Nett Collections.” This is the money earned after deducting taxes. Based on a budget of ₹100 Crores, here are the targets for De De Pyaar De 2:
1. To Be a “Hit”
The movie needs to recover its budget and make a good profit from ticket windows alone.
- Target: ₹110 Crores+
- Ticket Sales Needed: Roughly 55-60 Lakh tickets (assuming an average ticket price of ₹200).
- Scenario: The movie must match the success of Part 1 (which earned ₹103 Crores) and go slightly higher.
2. To Be “Average”
If the movie recovers its cost but does not make a big profit theatrically, it is called Average.
- Target: ₹85 Crores to ₹100 Crores
- Scenario: If the comedy works but the music doesn’t catch on, it might land here. It won’t lose money, but it won’t be a blockbuster.
3. To Be a “Flop”
If the collections fall well below the budget, the distributors lose money.
- Target: Below ₹75 Crores
- Scenario: If the audience rejects the story or finds the age-gap comedy repetitive, the film could crash early.
| Verdict | Net Collection Needed (₹ Cr) | Tickets Needed (Lakh) | What It Means |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hit | 110+ | 55–60 | Strong profit |
| Average | 85–100 | 42.5–50 | Break-even / minimal loss |
| Flop | < 75 | < 37.5 | Distributor loss |
The “Part 1” Pressure
Sequels usually perform better than the original. Let’s compare the targets with the first film’s performance.
| Movie | Release Year | Lifetime Collection (India) | Verdict |
| De De Pyaar De | 2019 | ₹103.64 Cr | Hit |
| De De Pyaar De 2 | 2025 | Needs ₹110 Cr+ | Target |
If De De Pyaar De 2 earns less than ₹100 Crores, it will be seen as a downward trend for the franchise.
The R. Madhavan Factor
A major selling point this time is R. Madhavan. In the trailer, he plays Rakul Preet’s father. This creates a funny conflict because he is nearly the same age as the hero (Ajay Devgn).
- Why it matters: R. Madhavan has a huge fan base. His recent hits like Shaitaan (with Ajay Devgn) were massive. His presence adds value. If the chemistry between Ajay and Maddy clicks, the movie can easily cross the ₹120 Crore mark to become a “Super Hit”.
BoxOfficeWala Opinion
“Look, comedy is a tricky genre post-2020. Audiences want big spectacles. However, De De Pyaar De 2 has a safe advantage: it is a family entertainer.
The budget is on the higher side solely due to star fees. If the opening day (Friday) crosses ₹10-12 Crores, the film is safe. If it opens below ₹7 Crores, the panic buttons will be pressed.
My prediction? It will likely do ₹115-125 Crores and secure a ‘Hit’ tag. The combination of Ajay Devgn’s comic timing and Madhavan’s charm is too good to miss.”
Methodology
How did we calculate these numbers?
- Budget Estimation: We summed up the reported fees of the top cast (cited from DNA/Times of India) and added standard production/marketing costs for a film of this scale shot in London.
| Scenario | Nett Collection (₹ Cr) | ROI on ₹100 Cr Budget | Trade Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weak | 70–80 | 0.7–0.8X | Flop |
| Fair | 90–100 | 0.9–1.0X | Average |
| Strong | 110–120 | 1.1–1.2X | Hit |
| Excellent | 125+ | 1.25X+ | Super Hit |
- Verdict Logic: In the Indian trade system:
- Flop: Collection < 80% of the Budget.
- Average: Collection = 90% to 100% of the Budget.
- Hit: Collection > 110% of Budget.
- Net vs Gross: All figures mentioned are Net Box Office (money actual theaters earn after tax), which determines the verdict. We did not include OTT (Netflix) or Satellite rights revenue, as those are “non-theatrical” profits.
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