Fri Feb 21 11:58:33 UTC 2025: ## Arjun Kapoor’s “Mere Husband Ki Biwi” Faces Box Office Battle Against “Chhaava”
**Mumbai, India** – The romantic comedy “Mere Husband Ki Biwi,” starring Arjun Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar, and Rakul Preet Singh, opened in theaters today to a projected modest box office debut of ₹1.5-2 crore. The film’s release coincides with the continued strong performance of Vicky Kaushal’s “Chhaava,” which is expected to surpass ₹20 crore in earnings today, its second Friday in theaters. “Chhaava’s” massive success, already exceeding ₹200 crore in its first week, poses a significant challenge to “Mere Husband Ki Biwi,” along with the simultaneous release of the Hollywood film “Babygirl” and the Tamil film “Dragon.”
While early reviews for “Mere Husband Ki Biwi” have been positive, highlighting Arjun Kapoor’s comedic timing, the film’s advance bookings were reportedly weak, with only around 5,000 tickets sold. The competition and the relatively slow advance sales suggest a challenging start for the new release. However, the film’s producers remain hopeful for a boost in weekend attendance based on positive word-of-mouth.
The film has drawn attention for its similarities to a Marathi movie, “Majya Navrachi Baayko,” prompting online comparisons. Additionally, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) requested several changes before granting a UA 13+ rating, including dialogue alterations and a visual modification.
Despite the box office headwinds, the film’s cast and crew expressed enthusiasm for the project. Bhumi Pednekar praised the film’s comedic opportunities for female leads, highlighting its unique approach to the genre, while Arjun Kapoor described the film’s journey as an “escapade” and expressed his desire to continue working in the comedy genre. The film’s director, Mudassar Aziz, lauded the peppy soundtrack, aiming for a classic Bollywood feel. The film’s overall reception and box-office performance will be closely watched in the coming days.
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