Quick summary: Tere Ishk Mein is the latest big-ticket romantic drama directed by Aanand L. Rai, starring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, with music by A. R. Rahman. It released late November 2025 and has already created a lot of buzz — both among fans and critics.
What's the movie about? (Short, spoiler-free)
The teaser and early reviews show that Tere Ishk Mein is an intense emotional love story. The film focuses on real, messy relationships rather than glossy romance. From the teasers, we see Dhanush playing a raw, grounded hero and Kriti Sanon in an emotionally heavy role. The tone looks like a mix of passion, heartbreak and a bit of social texture — the film feels rooted in real places and real people rather than being purely escapist. (The Times of India)
Image caption: Official poster showing Dhanush and Kriti Sanon in an intense moment.
Who made it and who’s in it?
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Director / Producer: Aanand L. Rai — known for emotional, character-driven stories. (The Times of India)
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Lead actors: Dhanush and Kriti Sanon. The pairing is new for a mainstream Hindi film of this scale and is one of the film’s biggest draws. (The Times of India)
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Music: A. R. Rahman — his involvement raised expectations for the film’s sound and mood. (The Times of India)
The buzz around casting and the creative team has been a big reason audiences have been watching teasers and trailers closely. Variety and other trade outlets also highlighted the pairing and the team when the teaser debuted.
Teasers, trailers and music — what do they tell us?
The teaser and trailers released in the weeks before the film built most of the excitement. The visuals are moody, the music has a haunting touch (as you might expect with Rahman), and the actors are shown in emotionally charged, small moments — a common sign that the film is meant to be felt more than simply watched. Promotional clips emphasize the story’s emotional stakes and hint at a dramatic climax. (YouTube)
Image caption: Teaser image art and early promotional stills.
Early reviews and critical response
Early reviewers — including some international critics — have praised Tere Ishk Mein for its emotional depth. Initial write-ups describe the film as heartfelt and powerful, highlighting the leads’ performances and the director’s sensitive handling of the material. One early review even compared the emotional resonance of this film to past hits from Aanand L. Rai’s roster, calling parts of it “some of the best emotional storytelling of the year.” Keep in mind that these are “first reactions”; full critical consensus usually settles over the first week of release. (The Times of India)
Box office and ticket buzz
Trade reports and liveblogs suggested a strong opening. Before release, industry trackers predicted an opening in the ₹9–11 crore range for Day 1 in India for the Hindi version. Early box-office trackers and ticketing sites showed healthy advance booking for the Hindi release in particular, although some reports noted that the Tamil release lagged behind in buzz — possibly a choice in release strategy or marketing focus. These numbers and early estimates are normal for a wide Hindi release with big names attached; final box-office performance will depend on word-of-mouth over the first weekend. (The Times of India)
Why people are excited (and what might worry them)
Reasons for excitement
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A.R. Rahman’s music and Aanand L. Rai’s direction are a popular creative combo for emotional cinema. (The Times of India)
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Dhanush has a strong fanbase that follows his acting choices closely; Kriti Sanon brings mainstream appeal. (The Times of India)
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Early reviews and the teaser have generated social media conversation and ticket pre-sales. (IMDb)
Possible concerns
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If the film leans very heavily on melodrama, it might split audiences who prefer lighter, commercial rom-coms. Some trade columns hinted that regional release strategy (Hindi-first vs Tamil-first) could affect South India turnout. (Sacnilk)
Who will enjoy this film?
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Fans of serious romantic dramas.
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Viewers who like character-driven stories and strong performances.
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People who follow A. R. Rahman’s music and Aanand L. Rai’s films.
If you prefer light comedies or spectacle-heavy action, this movie may feel slower or more emotionally heavy. But if you like films that focus on relationships and human choices, Tere Ishk Mein looks made for you. (The Times of India)
Final thoughts — should you watch it?
If you enjoy emotional, grounded love stories with strong performances and thoughtful music, Tere Ishk Mein is worth watching. Early praise points to it being a film that makes you feel — sometimes that is exactly what a good romantic drama should do. For casual viewers, checking a few reviews after the first day or watching the trailer will help decide if the tone matches your taste. (The Times of India)
Quick checklist (before you go)
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Watch the trailer first to check the tone. (YouTube)
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If you care about opening-day box office, look at real-time box office trackers on release weekend — estimates before release can change quickly. (The Times of India)
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If you’re a fan of the music, expect Rahman-style themes — these often add emotional weight to the film. (The Times of India)
Sources & further reading (selected):
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Times of India live updates & box office liveblog. (The Times of India)
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First review coverage and critics’ notes. (The Times of India)
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Trailer and teaser uploads on official channels. (YouTube)
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Industry and trade write-ups about ticket sales & release strategy. (Sacnilk)
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International press coverage (Variety) about teaser and casting.