'Do Deewane Seher Mein' & 'Assi' Movie Review and Release: Anubhav Sinha says to write the Taapsee Pannu starrer, he had to think like a woman

Do Deewane Seher Mein box office collection: Mrunal Thakur and Siddhant Chaturvedi's film earns Rs 1.25 crore on its opening day

As per early estimates reported by trade portal Sacnilk, Do Deewane Seher Mein collected approximately Rs 1.25 crore net across India on its opening day, considering all language versions.

Assi box office collection: Taapsee Pannu's film earns Rs 0.95 crore on its opening day

As per early estimates reported by trade portal Sacnilk, Assi opened to an India net collection of Rs 0.95 crore. In contrast, the Yami Gautam-led Haq, which hit theatres in November 2025, began its run with Rs 1.75 crore. Over the course of its theatrical run, Haq went on to earn Rs 19.86 crore in India.

Mrunal Thakur and Siddhant Chaturvedi’s ‘Do Deewane Seher Mein’ wins audience praise

Several X users shared their reviews of the Siddhant and Mrunal starrer. One user commented, "It's Trending already ???? ????no loud gimmicks. Just emotion. ❤️Do Deewane Seher Mein is proving that an imperfectly perfect love story told with honesty still works. #DoDeewaneSeherMein arrives in cinemas on 20th February, 2026."

Expected OTT window after theatrical run

While the producers have not announced a specific digital premiere date, most theatrical releases transition to streaming in 45–60 days. Following that trend, Do Deewane Seher Mein may arrive on Netflix around April 2026, depending on box-office performance and distribution strategy.

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The official poster confirms that Netflix has secured the post-theatrical streaming rights. Once the film completes its run in theatres, it will be available globally on the platform. This ensures wide reach and easy accessibility for viewers who prefer digital viewing.

Characters of Shashank and Roshni at the centre

Siddhant Chaturvedi plays Shashank, while Mrunal Thakur takes on the role of Roshni. Their characters represent young adults dealing with uncertainty, ambition and vulnerability as they try to understand themselves and each other. The relationship between the two characters forms the emotional core of the film.

Ravi Udyawar directs the love story

Director Ravi Udyawar brings his signature emotional sensitivity to the project. His storytelling style favours character-driven narratives, and that tone aligns well with the film’s focus on millennial love and inner transformation. The director’s approach suggests a warm, grounded romantic drama rather than an overly stylised one.

Theatrical release locked for February 20

'Do Deewane Seher Mein' will arrive in cinemas on February 20, 2026. The release date places the romantic drama in a favourable early-year window when audience appetite for emotional storytelling is traditionally strong. With a February slot often associated with relationship-centric films, the timing helps the title secure a natural audience base.

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'Do Deewane Seher Mein' is proving that an imperfectly perfect love story told with honesty still works.

According to the Sacnilk report, as of now, the film has earned Rs 0.01 crore

According to the Sacnilk report, as of now, the film earned Rs 0.02 crore at the box office

Kumud Mishra on losing weight for his character in 'Assi'

In an interview with Mid-Day, the actor shared, "Every character has a look. Your physique should be closer to that of the character. So, I didn’t feel I was ready for this role." He added, "First I said yes, but then I got scared if I would be able to pull it off. I feel in this film, I worked harder on losing weight than on acting."

Anubhav Sinha on 'Assi' budget

Talking about the same, Anubhav Sinha said, "If these films had twice or thrice as much budget to promote them, our jobs would be much easier. The audience is waiting for 'Assi', not specifically 'Assi', the film, but a film like 'Assi'. On the previous occasions, we didn’t serve it to them conveniently."

Kani Kusruti on playing sexual assault survivor in 'Assi'

Kani Kusruti, who plays the rape victim in 'Assi', says, "I don't think one can tap into the trauma (of a survivor) exactly." She further told PTI, "As an actor, we tried to go closest to it, and there can be moments you are probably in it because you are almost believing this has happened to you. But I'm not an actor who would fully go in like that, (because) then it will kind of affect you. I don't tend to do that."

Mrunal Thakur on 'Do Deewane Seher Mein'

The actress believes the audience will resonate with it. At the trailer launch event, the actress said, "Through this movie, I just want to let the audience know that this film is for you. You will be able to resonate with it. When you watch that film, sitting in that seat, you should feel like you're a part of that movie."

'Assi' director Anubhav Sinha says, 'A woman is exploited every 18–20 minutes'

The filmmaker told PTI, "This is the number of cases that are reported every day. There is no count of those that are hidden on a daily basis. This number in itself was so shocking when we calculated it because every 18 to 20 minutes, something like this takes place."

Mrunal Thakur on how she came on board 'Do Deewane Seher Mein'

The actress said, "Sir (Ravi Udyawar) actually gave me a call and said, 'Mrunal, I want you to hear something'... It's very rare that you just say, 'Sir, let's start shooting.' That was the time. It was so easy because I had to do it from my heart."

Siddhant Chaturvedi says, "I come from UP and my mother till today pronounces 'bhagwan sankar' and Akshay Kumar as 'Aksay Kumar'"

Siddhant Chaturvedi on 'Do Deewane Seher Mein'

Actor says his character was quite relatable to him as he comes from Uttar Pradesh where many struggle with pronouncing "sh".

Anubhav Sinha shares, "Every time Gaurav and I went to write a scene, we were trying to think like a woman. That was the toughest part for me."