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Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos Box Office Collection Day 2: Sees slight growth with Rs 1.50 Cr on Saturday

Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos shows a slight growth on its second day, collecting Rs 1.50 Cr, taking the two-day India net total to Rs 2.75 Cr amid mixed audience response.
January 18, 2026 / 08:27 IST
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  • Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos earns Rs 2.75 Cr in India after two days
  • Day 2 box office shows slight growth, with occupancy at 12.73 percent
  • Sunday collections will be key for the film's box office success

Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, the latest spy-comedy starring Vir Das, showed a slight improvement in box office performance on its second day. The film collected an estimated Rs 1.50 Cr in India net on Saturday, up from around Rs 1.25 Cr on its opening Friday. The two-day India net collection now stands at approximately Rs 2.75 Cr, according to early trade reports.

Produced by Aamir Khan Productions and directed by Vir Das in collaboration with Kavi Shastri, the film released in theaters across India on 16 January 2026. The initial response on Friday was modest, but Saturday saw a small uptick in occupancy, indicating that audiences are beginning to engage with the film.

As per reports, day 2 occupancy figures for Hindi cinemas remained around 12.73%, suggesting stiff competition from other releases. Cities such as Bengaluru and Chennai reported comparatively higher footfalls, while other regions showed lower engagement. Industry experts note that the film’s performance will heavily rely on word-of-mouth and audience reception over the weekend.

Trade analysts suggest that the film’s Sunday collections will be crucial in determining its overall box office trajectory. While the first two days show a slow but steady climb, the final weekend figures will indicate whether Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos can sustain momentum and reach profitability.

With a total collection nearing Rs 3 Cr domestically after two days, the film is positioned as a moderate performer. The coming days will reveal whether it can capitalize on its comedy-espionage theme and audience curiosity.

Also read: Aamir Khan Productions’ Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos opens to Rs 1.25 crore on day 1 amid positive buzz

The story blends comedy and espionage, with Vir Das in the lead role as the titular spy. Supporting performances include Mithila Palkar and Mona Singh, with special appearances by Imran Khan and Aamir Khan adding star value. Critics have described the film as a lighthearted entertainer aimed at family audiences, though the initial response has been mixed.

Ragini Jaiswal
Ragini Jaiswal Entertainment journalist and content writer with 3+ years of experience covering Bollywood, lifestyle trends, and celebrity stories across leading digital platforms.
first published: Jan 18, 2026 08:27 am

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