Box office Bhediya grossed ₹7.48 crore on its opening day and approximately ₹42.05 crore in its first week. The film was produced on a budget of ₹60 crore and, during its theatrical run, grossed ₹89.97 crore at the worldwide box office. Amandeep Naang of
ABP News rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote, "
Bhediya is a mad ride of a horror-comedy which feels different in the current climate of remakes, thrillers and period dramas." Siby Jeyya of
India Herald rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote, "The impact of the film's visuals is by far its most noteworthy aspect. The VFX are incredible, and cinematographer Jishnu Bhattacharjee has masterfully captured the dark and fascinating realm of werewolves with the backdrop of the full moon in the midnight sky, ziro jungles, and mountains."
Bollywood Hungama rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "
Bhediya works due to its novel idea, memorable performances, captivating climax, and VFX." Dhaval Roy of
The Times of India rated the film 3.5 stars out of 5 and wrote, " Director Amar Kaushik handles both genres skillfully in his latest outing and strikes a fine balance to deliver a movie that’s spine chilling in some instances, rib-tickling in almost all, and leaves you with something to think about." Tushar Joshi of
India Today rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "Performances feel genuine and Kaushik’s USP of infusing humour and wit at the right moments helps in keeping the narrative engaging and entertaining."
Saibal Chatterjee of
NDTV rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "
Bhediya is both enjoyable and thought-provoking, is helped along by lively performances. Varun Dhawan gives the unconventional role his best shot. Abhishek Banerjee and Paalin Kabak are terrific as much with their comic timing as with their dramatic flourishes." Devesh Sharma of
Filmfare rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "The film’s creature effects and computer generated imagery is excellent. Cinematography and the background score are good as well."
Shubhra Gupta of
The Indian Express rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Varun Dhawan does a good job of aligning with the tone of the film-- the horror is pretty much ‘naam-ke-vaaste’, comedy is what it is interested in and does it well." Rohit Bhatnagar of
The Free Press Journal rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "
Bhediya is a good one-time popcorn entertainment and a decent distraction from the monotony." Sonil Dedhia of
News 18 rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "
Bhediya has a message that resonates with current times. The film has its heart in the right place but it falters in its execution and writing." Sukanya Verma of
Rediff rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Varun Dhawan ups his entertainer game exponentially in
Bhediya." In a less positive review,
Anna M. M. Vetticad of
Firstpost rated it 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, “Bhediya is not the first film in this world to sideline characters from social groups sidelined in reality, even while purportedly being about those communities... All the noble intentions in the world and even Abhishek Banerjee’s comedic genius cannot compensate for such mindlessness.” Himesh Mankad of
Pinkvilla rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "
Bhediya rides primarily on the strength of gags, visual effects, and performances, but warranted a bigger conflict with regard to a hero and villain in the second half." Rahul Desai from
Film Companion wrote, "Bhediya is silly, stylish – and surprisingly poignant." == Notes ==