Bollywood’s latest romantic comedy, Param Sundari, directed by Tushar Jalota and produced by Maddock Films’ Dinesh Vijan, has hit theaters with much anticipation. Featuring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor in a charming love story set against the scenic beauty of Kerala, the film has already made waves with its box office debut and star salaries.
Box Office Performance: A Strong Opening
Param Sundari released on Friday, August 29, 2025, and collected a net of Rs 7.37 crore in India on its first day, according to Sacnilk. The worldwide gross on Day 1 was Rs 8.69 crore, helping the film recover roughly 12% of its Rs 60 crore production budget in just 24 hours.
This opening ranks as one of Janhvi Kapoor’s best, closely following her debut hit Dhadak, which earned Rs 8.71 crore on Day 1. For Sidharth Malhotra, while this is a solid start, his highest single-day opening remains Ek Villain with Rs 16.72 crore.
Cast Fees: Who Got What?
Beyond the storyline, Param Sundari has generated buzz for its cast remuneration. Reports from TOI reveal that Sidharth Malhotra commanded the highest fee, reportedly between Rs 10–12 crore for his role as Parm. Janhvi Kapoor earned an estimated Rs 4–5 crore, cementing her status as a top romantic-comedy actress in Bollywood.
Supporting actors were also well compensated:
- Sanjay Kapoor (Parm’s father): Rs 50 lakh
- Manjot Singh: Rs 25 lakh
Despite the moderate Rs 60 crore budget, Maddock Films prioritized rewarding the lead actors handsomely, reflecting confidence in the film’s potential.
Mid-Budget Film With Big Ambitions
Unlike big-budget action flicks, Param Sundari offers a breezy romantic comedy enriched with emotional depth and lush Kerala visuals. The sizzling chemistry between the leads has become a highlight, generating positive buzz.
However, the film faces stiff competition from heavy-hitters like Hrithik Roshan and Kiara Advani’s War 2 and Mahavatar Narsimha releasing around the same time. The weekend box office will reveal if Param Sundari can sustain its momentum.
Quick Box Office Snapshot
- Budget: Rs 60 crore
- Day 1 Net (India): Rs 7.37 crore
- Day 1 Gross (Worldwide): Rs 8.69 crore
- Budget Recovery on Day 1: 12%
Sidharth Malhotra’s Top Day 1 Openings
- Ek Villain: Rs 16.72 crore
- Brothers: Rs 15.20 crore
- Thank God: Rs 8.10 crore
- Student Of The Year: Rs 7.48 crore
- Param Sundari: Rs 7.37 crore
Janhvi Kapoor’s Top Hindi Film Openings
- Dhadak: Rs 8.71 crore
- Param Sundari: Rs 7.37 crore
- Mr & Mrs Mahi: Rs 6.85 crore
- Roohi: Rs 3.06 crore
- Ulajh: Rs 1.37 crore
