Chand Mera Dil starring Lakshya and Ananya Panday has reportedly opened to a low first-day collection at the Indian box office. According to reports, the romantic drama earned around Rs 2.75 crore on its opening day, marking a modest start for the film in theatres.
The film had generated attention on Instagram before release due to its music, youthful romance, and the fresh pairing between Lakshya and Ananya Panday. However, the opening numbers suggest the film may need stronger word-of-mouth over the weekend to show growth.
A slow start at the box office
Reports of Pinkvilla, stated that Chand Mera Dil witnessed limited occupancy across several regions on Day 1, especially during morning and afternoon shows. Evening screenings reportedly performed slightly better in metro cities due to younger audiences and weekend footfall expectations.
According to the reports of Pinkvilla, trade analysts noted that while the film benefited from social media visibility and promotional campaigns, the opening remained lower than expected for a romantic Bollywood release featuring popular young stars.
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Early audience reactions on Instagram have been divided. Some viewers praised the chemistry between Lakshya and Ananya Panday, while others felt the storyline followed a familiar romantic-drama formula.
Several clips and songs from the movie have already gone viral on Instagram and X, helping the film maintain online buzz despite its slow theatrical opening.
Strong music but box office challenge
The film’s soundtrack had become one of its major highlights before release, with romantic tracks trending across short-video platforms. Industry observers believe positive audience reviews during the weekend could still help improve collections.
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The film’s performance over Saturday and Sunday is now expected to determine whether it can recover momentum through word-of-mouth and younger audiences.
Ananya Panday and Lakshya continue to trend online
Despite the slow opening, both Ananya Panday and Lakshya remained among the most discussed Bollywood celebrities online after the release. Fans especially praised the visual aesthetics, songs, and emotional moments shown in the film’s trailer and promotional clips.
