MUMBAI: After months of hype and anticipation, Karan Johar's directorial comeback film, 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani' Starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in the titular roles, finally hit the theatres on Friday, and on its first day itself, it has generated quite a lot of attention and public interest with many hitting the theatres to see the film on the big screen. 

The film 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani' which was reportedly made on a budget of Rs 265 crore, had a good opening day at the box office and earned Rs 11.10 crores net in India, and it saw impressive growth on its second day also, with collections reaching Rs 16.05 crore nett

The strong block bookings and a substantial concentration in key circuits indicate the film's potential for success, however, the film's performance has been described as average in metros and poor in mass belts and analysts have expressed varying expectations for the film's box office performance. While some are hopeful for big numbers, others are a little more cautious.

The film's initial reviews and critic reports have been mostly positive, praising the performances of the lead actors and well taken as a return to form for Karan Johar, known for his romantic dramas.

The success of "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani" holds great importance for the actor Ranveer Singh's career, particularly after his last two releases underperformed at the box office. This film is seen as a potential comeback for him. 

The success of the film also has broader implications for the Hindi cinema industry, as it aims to bring back the cinema-going audience after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it is mentioned that the Hindi cinema-going universe has shrunk compared to the pre-pandemic period.

The film's success has been celebrated, with Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone attending a success party. The presence of prominent actors like Jaya Bachchan, who is making a comeback after 15 years, adds to the appeal of the film. Bachchan's portrayal of the angry old matriarch in the film has been praised as a masterstroke in casting by many critics.

Overall, while it is still early to determine the full extent of the film's success, "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani" has garnered positive reviews and is expected to perform well at the box office, potentially boosting the careers of the lead actors and contributing to the revival of the Hindi cinema industry.