What is the story about?
Tere Ishk Mein, after a successful run in theaters, has made its way to OTT platforms and has been gaining popularity ever since. The romantic drama featuring
Kriti Sanon and Dhanush is currently attracting attention for several reasons. Firstly, viewers have divided opinions regarding the love story presented in the film directed by Aanand L Rai. Additionally, the viral 'thesis' scene, which may have been missed during its theatrical release, has become a must-see on OTT. This particular scene has sparked significant debate not only among casual viewers but also among graduate students, researchers, and educators.
What Is The Viral 'Thesis' Scene All About?
The much-discussed scene features Kriti Sanon's character Mukti Beniwal, a psychology research scholar at Delhi University, as she presents her topic to her professors. At the conclusion of her presentation, she asserts that she is submitting a 2200-page thesis, a claim that even real PhD candidates find hard to believe.
On various social media platforms, research scholars are voicing their skepticism regarding the portrayal of PhD life in the film. One individual recounted dedicating four years to their thesis, culminating in a 385-page document. Their post stated, "Almost everything depicted in this film regarding a PhD is laughable."
Another user expressed a desire to "meet this PhD student who manages to write a 2200-page thesis" and remarked that the filmmakers should "at least strive for a touch of realism." Similarly, there has been a surge of responses addressing this academic inaccuracy in the movie.
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Tere Ishk Mein Box Office Success
While the film is eliciting a variety of responses following its Netflix release, it has proven to be a box office success. The collaboration between Dhanush and Aanand L Rai in a gripping romantic drama after Raanjhanaa and Atrangi Re had audiences buzzing with excitement. Despite receiving mixed reviews, Tere Ishk Mein managed to surpass Rs 100 crore at the domestic box office. Its earnings could have been even higher if Dhurandhar hadn't been released just a week later.
Marketed as the spiritual successor to Raanjhanaa, Tere Ishk Mein was produced on a budget of Rs 85 crore and grossed approximately Rs 148 crore at the box office. The narrative follows Dhanush's character Shankar, who grapples with anger management issues. He falls for Kriti's Mukti and goes to great lengths to win her affection, only to ultimately face rejection.
