Top 5 Bollywood Rom-Coms at the Indian Box Office: Cocktail 2 Enters The List
BY SACNILK
Mumbai, June 20 - Romantic comedies may not dominate Bollywood like they once did, but the genre continues to produce impressive box office openings whenever the combination of star power, music, and youthful storytelling clicks with audiences. From coming-of-age love stories to modern relationship dramas, rom-coms have consistently delivered strong theatrical starts over the years.
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Cocktail 2, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, is the latest entrant in the biggest Bollywood rom-com openers at the Indian box office after a good start upon its June 19 release. The sequel opened to an impressive 13.50 crore nett in India, marking one of the strongest starts for the genre in recent years. Here's a look at the top 5 Bollywood rom-com openers in India.
1. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013) — 19.45 Crore Nett
Ayan Mukerji's Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani remains the benchmark for Bollywood romantic comedies at the box office. Starring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone, the coming-of-age entertainer opened to a massive 19.45 crore nett in India back in 2013. The film benefited from exceptional pre-release buzz, hit music, and the hugely popular pairing of Ranbir and Deepika. It eventually went on to become one of Bollywood's biggest blockbusters in the genre and continues to enjoy cult status among audiences.
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2. Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar (2023) — 15.73 Crore Nett
Directed by Luv Ranjan, Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar delivered a strong opening during the Holi festive period in 2023. Featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor, the film mixed relationship drama, comedy, and family emotions with chartbuster songs. TJMM collected 15.73 crore nett on Day 1 and emerged as one of the biggest post-pandemic successes for the rom-com genre.
3. Jab Harry Met Sejal (2017) — 15.25 Crore Nett
Despite receiving mixed reviews, Imtiaz Ali's Jab Harry Met Sejal opened well at the Indian box office thanks to the star power of Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma. The urban romantic drama collected 15.25 crore nett on its opening day in 2017. While the film couldn't sustain momentum over the long run, its initial numbers highlighted Shah Rukh Khan's pull in the romantic genre.
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4. Cocktail 2 (2026) — 13.50 Crore Nett
Fourteen years after the original Cocktail became a cult favourite, Cocktail 2 has revived the franchise with a fresh cast and contemporary relationship drama. Starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, the film opened to an estimated 13.50 crore nett in India. The sequel's stylish visuals, strong music album, and urban multiplex appeal contributed significantly to its opening numbers.
It is believed that the nostalgia attached to the original film, along with popular fresh casting, played a major role in driving audience interest. With this opening, Cocktail 2 has officially secured its place among Bollywood’s biggest rom-com openers. The film is expected to put up a good weekend domestically.
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5. 2 States (2014) — 12.40 Crore Nett
Based on Chetan Bhagat's bestselling novel, 2 States starred Arjun Kapoor and Alia Bhatt in a cross-cultural love story that connected strongly with audiences across India. Released in 2014, the film opened at 12.40 crore nett and later emerged as one of the year's biggest commercial successes. Its relatable family conflicts and emotional storytelling made it especially popular among younger audiences and families alike.
Rom-Coms Continue To Hold Box Office Value
The strong opening of Cocktail 2 proves that Bollywood romantic comedies still have theatrical potential despite the industry's growing dependence on action spectacles and franchise films. While the genre has evolved over the years, audiences continue to respond to entertaining love stories backed by memorable music, glamorous visuals, and strong lead chemistry. If Cocktail 2 manages to sustain momentum over the weekend, it could emerge as one of the biggest rom-com successes of the post-pandemic era.
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