Tu Yaa Main Box Office Collection Day 2: Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav starrer Tu Yaa Main released in theatres on February 13, 2026. The survival thriller arrived with an unusual “date-fright” concept and a fresh lead pairing. However, its early box office numbers indicated a worrying trend. Read on for a detailed report!
Tu Yaa Main Box Office Collection Day 2
According to Sacnilk, the film opened on a disastrous note. It earned Rs 0.60 cr net on Day 1 (Friday). On Day 2 (Saturday), collections improved to Rs 1.40 cr net, reflecting a jump of over 130%. Despite this rise, the two-day total stands at Rs 2.00 cr net.
While the growth looks strong in percentage terms, the overall figures remain low. For a Valentine’s weekend release, expectations were noticeably higher. As a result, many industry observers are calling it one of the weakest starts of 2026 among mainstream Hindi films.
Occupancy data paints a similar picture. On Saturday, the film recorded an average occupancy of around 19.6%, a clear improvement from 7.8% on Friday.
Morning shows saw limited footfalls. However, attendance gradually improved through the afternoon and evening. Night shows performed better, supported by Valentine’s Day crowd. Even so, the film’s overall occupancy remained below the levels seen by competing releases.
In comparison, O Romeo remained much ahead during the same day. The Shahid Kapoor starrer crossed Rs 20 cr net within two days, dominating screens and audience attention. This sharp contrast highlights the uphill battle faced by Tu Yaa Main.
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Trade analysts note that occupancy below 20% on a Saturday often signals weak word-of-mouth traction. As the weekend ends, weekday collections will become crucial for the film’s survival.
Tu Yaa Main trails far behind larger releases, but it is not the weakest performer of the year. Despite its poor start, the film has done slightly better than Neena Gupta and Sanjay Mishra’s Vadh 2, which struggled to attract audiences after release. Still, Tu Yaa Main firmly sits among the lower tier of 2026 box office performers so far.
Tu Yaa Main Box Office Collection Day 2
| Day | India Net Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 [1st Friday] | Rs 0.60 cr |
| Day 2 [1st Saturday] | Rs 1.40 cr (early estimates) |
| Total | Rs 2.00 cr net |
About The Film
Directed by Bejoy Nambiar, Tu Yaa Main is an official adaptation of the 2018 Thai thriller The Pool. The story follows two social media influencers – wealthy “Miss Vanity” (Shanaya Kapoor) and aspiring rapper “Aala Flowpara” (Adarsh Gourav).
What begins as a romantic getaway soon turns into a nightmare. The pair becomes trapped in a drained swimming pool with a deadly crocodile. The film blends survival drama with themes of class divide and digital fame. The cast also includes Parul Gulati. The production budget is estimated at approximately Rs 20 crore.
Critics appreciated the film’s unique concept and visual treatment. However, several reviews pointed to pacing issues, particularly in the first half. Some viewers also felt the romantic build-up lacked urgency.
Several factors appear to be affecting the film’s performance. The most visible challenge is its clash with O Romeo, which secured wider screen counts and stronger buzz. Additionally, Tu Yaa Main features a relatively fresh lead pairing. Without a major star pull, the film depended heavily on strong word-of-mouth from Day 1.
Despite Saturday’s jump, the film remains far from its reported “hit” target of Rs 30 crore. The coming weekdays will now decide whether the thriller can stabilise or continue its poor run.
