Homebound Box Office Collection Day 2: Ishaan Khatter-Janhvi Kapoor Starrer Struggles at the Ticket Window

Homebound box office collection is showing disappointing numbers after just two days of release. The Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor drama, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, earned only ₹28 lakh on Saturday, Day 2, according to early industry estimates. This is even lower than its opening day figure of ₹30 lakh.

The film was expected to perform better given the cast and the director’s critical acclaim. However, audience turnout remains weak, raising concerns for its long-term performance at the box office.

Homebound Box Office Collection: Numbers So Far

According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Homebound’s total collection after two days stands at around ₹58 lakh India net. Day 1 (Friday) brought in ₹30 lakh, while Day 2 (Saturday) slipped further to ₹28 lakh. Such figures mark a sharp contrast compared to previous films featuring the lead actors.

For perspective, Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor’s debut film Dhadak had a strong start with ₹8.71 crore on its first day. Vishal Jethwa, also starring in Homebound, had his earlier film Salaam Venky open at ₹45 lakh. Homebound’s low earnings signal a tough road ahead in terms of box office recovery.

The film is inspired by journalist Basharat Peer’s New York Times article “Taking Amrit Home.” It follows the friendship of two young men, Chandan (played by Vishal Jethwa) and Shoaib (Ishaan Khatter), who dream of joining the police force but face societal prejudice tied to caste and religion. Despite the meaningful subject, the response so far has been lukewarm.

Audience Reaction and Industry Impact

Early audience feedback suggests that while the performances are praised, the film’s slow narrative and heavy themes might be limiting its mass appeal. Mint’s review notes that the film’s constant misfortunes and somber tone could be making it “relentlessly sad” for mainstream viewers.

For the Bollywood industry, this performance highlights the ongoing challenge for content-driven dramas to attract large audiences in theaters, especially when competing with big-budget entertainers. Analysts say the film’s survival now depends heavily on word-of-mouth and possible streaming success once it debuts on Netflix.

Homebound box office collection remains below expectations after two days. If the film cannot hold steady or grow during its first weekend, it may struggle to reach even modest commercial success before its expected OTT release in November 2025.

FYI (keeping you in the loop)-

Q1: What is the total Homebound box office collection after two days?

The total stands at around ₹58 lakh India net after Friday and Saturday combined.

Q2: How much did Homebound earn on its opening day?

Homebound collected ₹30 lakh India net on Day 1, according to early estimates.

Q3: When will Homebound release on Netflix?

No official date is announced, but reports suggest it may arrive on Netflix around November 2025.

Q4: Why is Homebound performing poorly at the box office?

Industry experts cite limited mass appeal, slow narrative, and competition from other films as key reasons.

Q5: How does Homebound compare to Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor’s earlier films?

Dhadak earned ₹8.71 crore on day one, far higher than Homebound’s ₹30 lakh opening.