Dhanush and Kriti Sanon’s Tere Ishk Mein has achieved a major milestone at the box office. The film has officially entered the Rs 100 crore club within 11 days of its release. As per Sacnilk, the film earned Rs 2.5 crore on its 11th day, continuing its steady performance. Directed by Aanand L Rai, the film recovered its entire budget of Rs 85 crore by its second Friday, making it one of the biggest hits of 2025.
With this, Aanand L Rai and his production house, Colour Yellow, have built a strong reputation for creating films that are breaking records. From Tanu Weds Manu to Raanjhanaa and now Tere Ishk Mein, their films have repeatedly entered the Rs 100 crore club. So what other movies stood out as blockbuster hits?
Raanjhanaa
Directed by Aanand L Rai, Raanjhanaa introduced Dhanush to Hindi cinema. Set in Varanasi, the film saw a raw and intense love story of Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor that is still stuck with fans. Its portrayal of passion, heartbreak, and obsession resonated strongly, helping the film achieve both critical acclaim and commercial success.
The music by AR Rahman played a major role in the film’s popularity, with songs that became instant hits. The performances, especially Dhanush’s, were highly praised. Raanjhanaa proved that a film rooted in small-town culture could reach audiences across the country and achieve strong box office numbers.
Tanu Weds Manu Returns
The Tanu Weds Manu franchise became one of Bollywood’s most successful romantic comedies. The film had a fresh and relatable take on love, marriage, and imperfect relationships. Tanu Weds Manu Returns, the sequel, went on to become a massive hit and entered the Rs 100 crore club.
Kangana Ranaut’s double role in the film stood out and showcased Aanand L Rai’s commitment to strong, layered female characters. The film’s realistic small-town setting, lively humour, and memorable dialogues helped it connect with audiences of all age groups. The sequel proved that follow-up films can succeed when rooted in strong characters rather than just franchise value.
Zero
With Zero, Aanand L Rai released one of his most ambitious projects. The film had Shah Rukh Khan as a vertically challenged man, with Anushka Sharma and Katrina Kaif playing lead roles. Zero pushed boundaries with its use of visual effects, storytelling approach, and exploration of love and self-discovery.
While the film sparked mixed responses, it stood out for its unique vision.
Tere Ishk Mein
Aanand L Rai, Dhanush, and AR Rahman reunited for Tere Ishk Mein, creating a film that brought back the charm of intense romantic storytelling. The film’s steady earnings have shown that audiences still appreciate love stories that are emotional, dramatic, and supported by strong performances.
Dhanush’s performance has been widely praised, and the film has been noted for its music, its emotional depth, and its refreshing take on romance. With its entry into the Rs 100 crore club, Tere Ishk Mein adds another success to Aanand L Rai and Colour Yellow’s growing list of hits.
Haseen Dilruba
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Haseen Dilruba premiered on Netflix and quickly became one of the platform’s most-watched Indian films. The thriller, starring Taapsee Pannu, gained attention for its bold narrative and morally grey characters.
The film’s popularity led to a sequel, which also received a strong response. Haseen Dilruba proved that audiences are open to genre-bending stories and characters that break away from typical Bollywood movies.
From the lanes of Varanasi in Raanjhanaa to the quirky settings of Tanu Weds Manu, and from the ambitious world of Zero to the dramatic love story of Tere Ishk Mein, their films have created a unique space in Bollywood.
As Tere Ishk Mein continues its successful run, it joins a long list of films that reflect Aanand L Rai’s unique storytelling.
