After weeks of promotions and curiosity around its unusual love triangle setup, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do finally released in theatres on May 15. Starring Ayushmann Khurrana alongside Sara Ali Khan, Rakul Preet Singh, and Wamiqa Gabbi, the romantic comedy opened to decent numbers at the box office while receiving surprisingly positive reactions from audiences on social media.
Directed by Mudassar Aziz, the film entered cinemas with relatively low pre-release buzz and weak advance bookings. However, early audience reactions suggest that the film’s humour, chaotic family drama, and witty writing may help it grow steadily through word-of-mouth over the weekend.
The film reportedly sold around 13,000 tickets across major national chains including PVR Inox and Cinepolis before release. While these numbers are lower than many recent mid-budget Bollywood entertainers, trade experts believe the film still managed to secure a respectable opening considering the current box-office climate for romantic comedies.
According to early estimates, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do is expected to collect around ₹3 to ₹4 crore net on its first day, with some trade projections placing the opening between ₹3–5 crore. These figures may not appear explosive, especially for a film carrying multiple known faces, but industry observers believe the movie’s real performance will depend heavily on audience word-of-mouth rather than opening-day hype.
Interestingly, social media reactions after the first few shows have been far more positive than expected.
On X, many viewers described the film as a “laugh riot” and praised it for delivering clean, family-friendly comedy at a time when Bollywood has been struggling to produce successful light-hearted entertainers. Several users mentioned that the trailer failed to fully capture the film’s humour, and that the actual theatrical experience turned out to be much more entertaining.
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One audience member wrote that the film begins slightly slow during the first 15–20 minutes, but becomes consistently hilarious after Sara Ali Khan enters the story. Many viewers specifically highlighted the interval block and the situational comedy sequences as some of the film’s strongest moments.
The biggest positive surprise for audiences appears to be Ayushmann Khurrana himself. Fans feel the actor has finally returned to the quirky comic space that originally made him one of Bollywood’s most loved stars. Several social media users praised his comic timing, expressions, and natural performance style, calling it a refreshing comeback after some underwhelming projects in recent years.
However, one name dominating online reactions is Sara Ali Khan. Many viewers believe she completely changes the energy of the film after her entry. Audiences praised her comic timing, screen presence, and energetic performance, with several posts even calling her “the lifeline of the movie.”
Rakul Preet Singh and Wamiqa Gabbi have also received appreciation for their performances. Rakul’s character reportedly speaks in a distinctive UP accent that adds flavour to the comedy, while Wamiqa’s confident screen presence has impressed viewers.
Director Mudassar Aziz is also being praised for focusing more on witty dialogues and situational humour instead of relying entirely on slapstick comedy. Many viewers noted that the film maintains a fast pace after the first half hour and continues introducing comedic twists at regular intervals, helping the audience stay engaged.
Visually, the film keeps a colourful and energetic tone that suits its chaotic relationship drama. The screenplay appears designed to appeal mainly to family audiences and younger urban viewers who enjoy relationship-based comedies with emotional moments mixed into the humour.
Fortunately for the makers, the early audience response suggests the film may have exactly the kind of entertaining content that performs better after release rather than through advance bookings alone. At a time when Bollywood has been heavily dependent on action spectacles and franchise films, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do attempts to revive the classic feel-good comedy entertainer filled with confusion, romance, awkward situations, and relatable humour. Whether the film ultimately becomes a box-office success remains to be seen, but one thing is becoming clear from the first-day reactions: audiences are enjoying themselves far more than many expected. And sometimes, in today’s unpredictable Bollywood market, strong audience laughter can become the biggest success formula of all.
