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Kapil Sharma's Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 Set for January Re Release; Here's Why the Makers are Betting on a Second Innings
In a rare move for a mainstream comedy, the makers of Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 (KKPK 2) have decided to bring the film back to the silver screen in January 2026. While the film saw a decent initial release in December 2025, its theatrical potential was reportedly bottlenecked by a historic box office storm.According to a recent report by Mid-day, the decision to re-release the film is a strategic move to give the Kapil Sharma starrer the solo breathing room it lacked during its debut run. The primary reason cited for this January comeback is the overwhelming dominance of the Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar and James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash. Released on December 12, 2025, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 found itself sandwiched between two of the biggest cinematic events of the decade. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As per Mid day, the makers believe that Kapil Sharma's core family audience"”particularly in the North Indian belt"”was diverted due to the Dhurandhar Mania that swept the nation. By shifting back into theaters in January 2026, the producers are eyeing a cleaner window before the Republic Day releases, hoping to capture the audience that missed the film during the chaotic holiday season. Despite the heavy competition, the film managed to maintain a steady, albeit slow, pace at the ticket counters. Here is the box office breakdown for Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 as it concludes its first innings: India Net Collection: ₹ 11.9 Cr (as of Day 13) India Gross Collection: ₹ 14 Cr Overseas Collection: ₹ 1.75 Cr Worldwide Gross: ₹ 15.75 Cr Overseas: ₹ 1.75 Cr While the lifetime net of the original 2015 film was nearly ₹50 Crore, the sequel struggled to cross the ₹15 Crore mark in its first run due to the restricted screen count and the massive occupancy shift toward Dhurandhar. Directed by Anukalp Goswami and produced by Abbas-Mustan, the film holds emotional value as it marks the final on-screen appearance of the legendary veteran actor Asrani. Starring Kapil Sharma alongside Manjot Singh, Ayesha Khan, and Tridha Choudhury, the sequel follows the multi wife chaos that made the first part a household favorite. The re release strategy is a gamble that speaks to the shifting dynamics of the 2025-2026 box office. With Dhurandhar having already claimed the All Time Blockbuster title, there is a vacuum for light hearted, family-oriented comedy. Trade experts suggest that if the re-release is marketed correctly as a clean family entertainer, Kapil Sharma could see a significant bump in his final lifetime numbers. However, the film's success in January will depend heavily on whether the audience chooses to watch it in theaters or wait for its impending OTT premiere.
