"Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat," starring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, has finally arrived in theaters, coinciding with Diwali. The film, directed by Milap Zaveri, is a romantic drama exploring themes of intense love, obsession, and heartbreak.
The movie revolves around Vikramaditya (Harshvardhan Rane), a passionate artist, who falls deeply in love with Adaa (Sonam Bajwa), a free-spirited woman with a different perspective on love. As Vikramaditya's affection turns obsessive, their love story transforms into a haunting reflection on the complexities of desire and the delicate balance between devotion and madness. Other key roles are played by Shaad Randhawa and Sachin Khedekar. Amitabh Bachchan also appears in the film.
Upon its release on October 21, 2025, "Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat" has garnered mixed reactions from audiences and critics alike. Some have praised the film's intense performances and music, while others have criticized its writing and pacing.
Many viewers have taken to social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) to share their thoughts on the film. Some netizens have lauded the movie as "engaging" and a "one-time watch," praising the chemistry between Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa. Taran Adarsh gave the film 3.5 stars out of 5, describing it as "an intense love story built on two strong pillars – drama and music". Another user rated the film 4.5 stars out of 5, calling it "a film straight from the heart".
However, not all reviews have been positive. Some viewers have found the film to be overdramatic and predictable, with a stretched second half. One user described the movie as "unbearable" and a "torture," giving it a rating of 1.5 out of 5 stars. Another user commented that while the music is good, the writing and direction are weak.
The music of "Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat" is composed by Kunaal Vermaa, Kaushik-Guddu, Annkur R Pathakk, Rajat Nagpal, Rahul Mishra, and DJ Chetas. The lyrics are penned by Kunaal Vermaa, Sameer Anjaan, Siddhant Kaushal, Sachin Urmtosh, and Prince Dubey. Several songs, including "Dil Dil Dil," which is a remake of "Koi Jaye To Le Aaye" from the 1996 film "Ghatak," have resonated well with audiences.
According to early estimates, "Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat" is expected to perform well at the box office. As of October 21, 2025, the film has earned around ₹2.85 Cr India net on its first day. Some predictions suggest a first-day collection of ₹6-8 crore net at the Indian box office.
"Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat" faces competition from Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna's "Thamma," which also released on the same day.
Harshvardhan Rane's upcoming projects include "Silaa" and "Sanam Teri Kasam 2". Sonam Bajwa will be seen in "Border 2," "Baaghi 4," and "Housefull 5".
