Ek Din Box Office Collection Day 1: Junaid Khan’s Debut Opens to a Disappointing Start; Struggles to Cross ₹1 Crore Mark

Ek Din, starring Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi, has witnessed a very cold start at the box office. Released on May 1, 2025, the film's opening day collection stands at a mere ₹1.05 Crore net in India. Despite the curiosity surrounding Aamir Khan's son, Junaid, the film failed to create significant pre-release buzz or a "must-watch" sentiment. Factually, the occupancy remained low across multiplexes and single screens alike. Analysis suggests that the niche, experimental nature of the film and lack of commercial mass appeal resulted in a disappointing Day 1 performance. 

India Box Office Collection

Schedule	Amount
Opening Day	₹ 1.05 Cr
End of Opening Weekend	₹ 1.05 Cr (Day 1 only)
End of Week 1	₹ -- Cr
End of Week 2	₹ -- Cr
Lifetime Collection	₹ 1.05 Cr (Ongoing)

Day-Wise India Net Collection

Day	India Net Collection	Total Collection
Day 1 (Friday)	₹ 1.05 Cr	₹ 1.05 Cr

  Ek Din has started its journey on a very shaky note. While modern cinema often sees slow starts for concept-driven films, a collection of barely 1 crore for a film backed by a major production house is concerning. My trade analysis suggests that the film struggled because it was released alongside other competitive titles like Raja Shivaji. The morning shows saw single-digit occupancy, and while evening shows showed slight improvement in metros, it wasn't enough to save the day. The film needs a miraculous 200% jump over the weekend to stay afloat. (Data according to Pinkvilla, TBO, and Media Reports)

Overall Box Office Summary

Category	Collection
Total India Net Collection	₹ 1.05 Crore
Total Worldwide Collection	₹ 1.60 Crore
Till Now Overseas Collection	₹ 0.35 Crore
Till Now India Gross Collection	₹ 1.25 Crore

  Looking at the global numbers, Ek Din has managed to scrape together a worldwide gross of approximately 1.60 Crore. The overseas market, where Sai Pallavi usually has a strong pull, also didn't provide the expected cushion. Historically, debut films like Kara have shown better initial momentum. For Ek Din, the road ahead looks tough. The word of mouth is mixed, which usually spells trouble for films that don't have a massive opening. Our research indicates that the digital rights might eventually help the producers recover costs. (Data according to TBO Research and Media Reports)

Territory Wise Box Office Collection

Territory / City	Amount (₹ Crore)
India (All Languages)	₹ 1.05 Cr
Overseas Markets	₹ 0.35 Cr
North America	₹ 0.15 Cr
Middle East	₹ 0.10 Cr
Rest of World	₹ 0.10 Cr

  Regionally, the film performed best in the South due to Sai Pallavi's presence, but the Hindi heartland shows were largely empty. North America remains the strongest overseas territory with a 15-lakh opening, but compared to other big releases like Ginny Weds Sunny 2, these numbers are quite low. The lack of traditional promotion and the "hidden" nature of the film's marketing seem to have backfired in major Indian cities. (Analysis based on TBO and International Box Office trackers)

Ek Din Budget And Cast Fees  

The estimated budget for Ek Din is around ₹25-30 Crore, including production and marketing. Junaid Khan reportedly took a modest fee for his debut, while Sai Pallavi is said to have charged around ₹2-3 Crore. The film's production values are high, featuring beautiful locations in Japan, which added to the costs. However, with an opening this low, recovering the budget through theatrical means alone seems difficult. (Source: Media Reports and Trade Estimates)

Ek Din Movie Screens 

Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi's Ek Din was released on approximately 1,200 screens across India. The film saw a wider release in major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore, but faced stiff competition in Maharashtra and Southern states. In total, it is playing in about 800 theaters nationwide.

Ek Din Hit or Flop 

Currently, the verdict for Ek Din leans towards a Disaster/Flop. With a production budget of nearly ₹30 Crore and an opening day of just ₹1 Crore, the film needs an impossible trend to reach the 'Hit' status. Unless it shows 300% growth, it will struggle to even cross the ₹10 Crore mark.

About the Movie

Ek Din is a romantic drama starring Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi in lead roles. Directed by Siddharth P. Malhotra and produced by Aamir Khan Productions, the film is an official remake of the Japanese film 'My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday'. It was released on May 1, 2025, in Hindi. The movie explores a unique time-defying love story set against scenic backdrops. Junaid Khan’s performance has been noted as decent for a debut, while Sai Pallavi brings her usual charm to the screen.

Ek Din Movie FAQs: People Also Ask

1. What was the Day 1 collection of Ek Din? The movie collected approximately ₹1.05 Crore net in India on its first day.

2. Who is the lead actor in Ek Din? The film marks the debut of Junaid Khan, son of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan.

3. Is Ek Din a remake? Yes, it is the official Hindi remake of the Japanese romantic film 'My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday'.

4. What is the budget of Ek Din? The estimated budget of the film is between ₹25 Crore and ₹30 Crore.

5. Is Ek Din a hit or a flop? Based on the opening day numbers, the film is currently trending as a flop at the box office.

Disclaimer: The Box Office Data are compiled from various sources and by our team research. These data can be approximate and TBO does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data.