Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, the Hindi comedy-spy film starring Vir Das and produced by Aamir Khan Productions, has completed its fifth day at the box office with collections reflecting a mixed and uneven performance. Despite initial curiosity and decent word-of-mouth around its concept, the film has struggled to gain strong momentum during its first working week in theatres.
According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Happy Patel recorded an estimated ₹5.79 crore in gross collections and ₹4.83 crore net in India by the end of Day 5, January 20, 2026. These figures account for cumulative earnings across all shows nationwide and indicate that while the film has maintained a steady presence, it has not managed to break out commercially.
The film opened in cinemas on January 16, 2026, with Day 1 collections of around ₹1.50 crore gross and ₹1.25 crore net, marking a modest start. On Day 2 (Saturday), collections saw a marginal uptick but remained below expectations for a weekend release. Sunday (Day 3) delivered the film’s strongest performance, bringing in approximately ₹1.80 crore gross, benefiting from higher footfalls typical of weekend audiences.
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However, the momentum slowed sharply once the weekday cycle began. Day 4 (Monday) witnessed a significant drop in collections, a trend commonly seen with films that lack strong mass appeal or repeat value. Day 5 (Tuesday) continued this pattern, showing inconsistent earnings and underlining the challenges the film faces in sustaining audience interest during working days.
Occupancy levels across theatres have also reflected this uneven trend. While weekend shows registered comparatively better attendance, weekday screenings saw thinner crowds, particularly during morning and afternoon shows. Evening and night shows performed slightly better, driven largely by urban audiences and fans of Vir Das.
From a reception standpoint, Happy Patel has received mixed responses from both audiences and critics. While some viewers appreciated the film’s quirky spy-comedy premise and Vir Das’s performance, others felt that the screenplay and execution lacked punch. Critics have pointed out that although the film had a fresh idea, it struggled to translate that intent into consistent entertainment.
As the film heads into the remainder of its first week, its box office fate will likely depend on strong word-of-mouth and limited competition. Without a significant jump in collections over the coming days, Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos may find it difficult to significantly improve its overall box office standing.
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