Sat Feb 08 09:50:04 UTC 2025: ## Box Office Surprise: Himesh Reshammiya’s “Badass Ravi Kumar” Outperforms “Loveyapa” on Opening Day
**MUMBAI** – This weekend saw the release of two highly anticipated films: the romantic comedy “Loveyapa,” starring Junaid Khan and Khushi Kapoor, and the musical action comedy “Badass Ravi Kumar,” featuring Himesh Reshammiya. While “Loveyapa” was predicted to be the larger opening, “Badass Ravi Kumar” unexpectedly dominated the box office on its first day.
Industry tracker Sacnilk reported that “Badass Ravi Kumar” raked in ₹2.75 crore (approximately $336,000 USD) compared to “Loveyapa’s” ₹1.25 crore (approximately $152,000 USD). “Badass Ravi Kumar” achieved a Hindi occupancy of 17.28 percent, significantly higher than “Loveyapa’s” 9.56 percent.
Despite a strong promotional campaign featuring Aamir Khan and endorsements from prominent figures like Karan Johar, “Loveyapa,” a remake of the Tamil film “Love Today,” experienced a slower-than-expected opening. However, positive early audience and critic response suggests potential for growth over the weekend.
“Badass Ravi Kumar,” directed by Keith Gomes, generated considerable pre-release buzz thanks to its quirky trailer and catchy music. India Today’s Sana Farzeen awarded the film a 3-star rating, praising its “sheer honesty and conviction,” even acknowledging its chaotic nature. The strong ensemble cast, including Prabhudeva, Prashant Narayan, Sanjay Mishra, Johnny Lever, and Rajesh Sharma, also contributed to the film’s positive reception. The cast of “Loveyapa” includes Grusha Kapoor, Ashutosh Rana, and several others.
The unexpected box office win for “Badass Ravi Kumar” marks a surprising turn of events, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the film industry. The coming days will reveal whether these initial trends hold, and which film ultimately triumphs at the box office.
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