Assi and Do Deewane Seher Mein Box Office Collections Show Slight Differences by February 26, 2026

By February 26, 2026, 'Assi' had earned up to ₹6.3 crore, slightly more than 'Do Deewane Seher Mein' which earned up to ₹5.75 crore. Both films faced strong competition from 'O' Romeo'.
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This report details the box office performance of two films, "Assi" and "Do Deewane Seher Mein," which were released concurrently. The data presented herein is compiled from various publicly available reports and aims to provide an objective overview of their collections and audience reception.

Film Releases and Initial Performance

"Assi," a courtroom drama starring Taapsee Pannu, and "Do Deewane Seher Mein," a romantic drama featuring Mrunal Thakur and Siddhant Chaturvedi, were released on February 20, 2026. Both films faced competition not only from each other but also from other films already in theaters, including "O’ Romeo."

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Initial box office collections for both films were reported as modest.

  • "Assi" reportedly earned around ₹0.71 crore to ₹1 crore on its opening day.

  • "Do Deewane Seher Mein" collected approximately ₹0.79 crore to ₹1.25 crore on its opening day.

There is a slight discrepancy in opening day figures, with some reports indicating "Do Deewane Seher Mein" edged past "Assi" by a marginal difference.

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Weekday and Weekend Collections

Following their opening weekend, both films continued to draw audiences, though their trajectories varied.

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"Assi" Box Office Data

  • Day 3 (Opening Weekend): The film reportedly earned ₹1.6 crore, bringing its total first-weekend collection to approximately ₹4.2 crore.

  • Day 5: "Assi" collected ₹0.55 crore.

  • Day 6: Reports indicate "Assi" collected ₹0.45 crore to ₹0.55 crore, with a total collection reaching around ₹5.60 crore to ₹6.3 crore.

"Do Deewane Seher Mein" Box Office Data

  • Day 3 (Opening Weekend): The film earned ₹1.45 crore on its third day, contributing to a total first-weekend collection of ₹4.2 crore.

  • Day 5: The film minted ₹0.40 crore.

  • Day 6: "Do Deewane Seher Mein" added ₹0.35 crore to ₹0.50 crore, bringing its cumulative earnings to ₹5.35 crore to ₹5.75 crore.

Comparative Performance Analysis

Across the initial tracking period, "Assi" appears to have maintained a slight lead in total collections compared to "Do Deewane Seher Mein," particularly in the early weekdays.

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Film NameDay 1 Collection (Approx.)Day 6 Collection (Approx.)Total Collection (Day 6, Approx.)
Assi₹0.71 Cr - ₹1 Cr₹0.45 Cr - ₹0.55 Cr₹5.60 Cr - ₹6.3 Cr
Do Deewane Seher Mein₹0.79 Cr - ₹1.25 Cr₹0.35 Cr - ₹0.50 Cr₹5.35 Cr - ₹5.75 Cr

Note: Box office figures are compiled from various sources and may include early estimates.

Factors Influencing Performance

Several factors may have influenced the box office outcomes:

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  • Genre Appeal: "Assi," a courtroom drama, and "Do Deewane Seher Mein," a romantic film, cater to different audience segments. Courtroom dramas often see a slow start but can gain traction if critical reception is strong.

  • Promotional Activity: Reports suggest "Assi" had low-key promotions, which may have impacted its initial box office potential.

  • Audience Reception: While initial reviews for both films were reportedly positive, the sustained audience interest remains a key determinant. "O' Romeo" is noted as outperforming both films, having crossed ₹60 crore.

  • Occupancy Rates: On Sunday, "Assi" recorded an overall Hindi occupancy of 12.19% with higher figures in Chennai (40.50%). "Do Deewane Seher Mein" had a 12.56% Hindi occupancy, with Chennai showing 36.25%.

Expert Commentary and Observations

Industry trackers like Sacnilk have provided daily box office collection data. Reports indicate that despite facing competition and opening to slow numbers, both films are in a three-film face-off for audience attention. The performance of "O’ Romeo" suggests a strong preference among audiences for that particular film.

Conclusion and Further Observation

As of Day 6 and Day 7, the collected data indicates that "Assi" has marginally outperformed "Do Deewane Seher Mein" in terms of total box office earnings. However, both films have experienced a downward trend in collections during the weekdays. The success of "O' Romeo" in the same release window highlights a broader market dynamic where a more popular film can significantly overshadow competitors.

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  • The initial edge in opening day collections was observed for "Do Deewane Seher Mein" by some reports.

  • "Assi" seems to have shown a slightly better cumulative performance in the subsequent days according to most reports.

  • The actual total earnings for Day 7 for both films are pending further official reports, but current trends suggest a continuation of their established performance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much did 'Assi' earn by February 26, 2026?
By February 26, 2026, 'Assi' had earned between ₹5.60 crore and ₹6.3 crore. The film had a modest opening day and saw its collections drop slightly on weekdays.
Q: What were the box office earnings for 'Do Deewane Seher Mein' by February 26, 2026?
By February 26, 2026, 'Do Deewane Seher Mein' had earned between ₹5.35 crore and ₹5.75 crore. It had a similar opening to 'Assi' but showed a slight decline in weekday collections.
Q: Which film, 'Assi' or 'Do Deewane Seher Mein', performed better at the box office by February 26, 2026?
'Assi' performed slightly better, earning up to ₹6.3 crore compared to 'Do Deewane Seher Mein's' up to ₹5.75 crore by February 26, 2026. However, the difference was small.
Q: How did 'Assi' and 'Do Deewane Seher Mein' perform on their opening day on February 20, 2026?
On February 20, 2026, 'Assi' earned between ₹0.71 crore and ₹1 crore, while 'Do Deewane Seher Mein' earned between ₹0.79 crore and ₹1.25 crore. Both had modest openings.
Q: Were there other films competing with 'Assi' and 'Do Deewane Seher Mein' released on February 20, 2026?
Yes, both films faced competition from each other and also from 'O' Romeo,' which was already in theaters and performed much better, crossing ₹60 crore.