Bad Newz has kicked off with a promising start, and with such endorsements and a strong opening day, it’s poised to make a mark at the box office.
Box Office Performance
On its first day, *Bad Newz* saw a solid opening in Indian cinemas. According to early estimates from Sacnilk.com, the film grossed approximately ₹8.50 crore nett. The Anand Tiwari-directed comedy had an overall 22.83% occupancy for Hindi shows on Friday, making a notable entry into the box office.
Plot and Production
*Bad Newz*, a comedy-drama, deviates from typical rom-com elements, exploring the chaotic and amusing concept of heteropaternal superfecundation. The film is co-produced by Anand Tiwari, Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Amritpal Singh Bindra.
Cast and Cameos
The film stars Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri, Ammy Virk, and Neha Dhupia. It also features special cameos by Ananya Panday and Neha Sharma. *Bad Newz* appears to follow in the footsteps of the 2019 hit *Good Newwz*, which featured Kareena Kapoor, Akshay Kumar, Kiara Advani, and Diljit Dosanjh.
Critical Reception
*The Hindustan Review* highlighted that while *Bad Newz* is filled with stereotypes—Punjabis loving rajma chawal, mama’s boys as careless husbands, career-driven women over traditional roles—the film cleverly incorporates some standout meta jokes. Notable moments include references to Triptii Dimri as “Bhabhi 2” and “National Crush,” and humorous nods to Vicky Kaushal’s previous roles and personal life.
Katrina Kaif’s Review
At a special screening for industry insiders on Thursday night, Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal’s wife, shared her thoughts on Instagram. Posting the film’s poster, she wrote, “And it’s here! This was just too much fun. Bromance, effortless timing, and chemistry get a new meaning with the Punjabi boys. @vickykaushal09, you always amaze me with your ease and the joy you bring on screen. @ammyvirk loved you in every scene. @tripti_dimri, you were fantastic. Congratulations to @bindraamritpal, @anandntiwari, and @karanjohar.”