'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' box office collections day 4: Vikrant Massey-Shanaya Kapoor film opens slow; mints Rs 30 lakhs

Vikrant Massey and debutant Shanaya Kapoor’s romantic drama 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' hit theaters on July 11 and began its box office journey on a quiet note. Based on Ruskin Bond’s classic short story 'The Eyes Have It', the film was expected to find favor among niche audiences, but the initial turnout has been modest.Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan Movie ReviewSlow openingAccording to the Sacnilk website, on its opening day, the film earned an estimated ₹0.3 crore across India. While the performances have drawn some praise, particularly for Vikrant Massey’s portrayal of a visually impaired musician, the overall response in theaters has remained subdued. Shanaya Kapoor, marking her debut as a theater artist in the film, is also being noticed, though the audience numbers have yet to reflect this.Decent occupancy ratesThe film recorded an average Hindi occupancy of just under 10 percent on Friday, with a late bump seen during night shows. Morning and afternoon viewership stayed low in most centers. Cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai showed slightly better engagement. Chennai surprisingly leads in terms of night show attendance, even with limited screenings.For now, the film has opened to restrained numbers, and its performance on Saturday and Sunday will be crucial in determining its overall box office run.

Our verdict—Shanaya Kapoor impresses, but the story remains predictable.We gave the film a rating of 3 stars out of 5, and an excerpt from the ETimes review reads, “Tanveer Mir’s cinematography lends stunning visual appeal, capturing both the grandeur of Mussoorie and the charm of Europe. Vishal Mishra’s soothing music further elevates the film. Despite narrative shortcomings, what works is the lead couple. Shanaya Kapoor makes an impressive debut, bringing a strong screen presence and handling emotional scenes with ease. Vikrant Massey once again proves his mettle with a nuanced performance across both light and intense moments. Zain Khan Durrani also delivers a fine act, despite limited screen time.”