Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge Earns ₹1365 Crore at Box Office

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster spy-action thriller Dhurandhar: The Revenge has shattered box office records, raking in a staggering Rs 1,365 crore globally within just 11 days of its March 19, 2026 release. The Ranveer Singh-starrer has already surpassed the lifetime worldwide collection of its predecessor Dhurandhar, which had earned Rs 1,304 crore, cementing its position as the fourth highest-grossing Indian film ever. The sequel’s explosive performance underscores Aditya Dhar’s mastery in delivering large-scale cinematic spectacles that resonate across global audiences and establishes a new benchmark for Hindi-language cinema’s international penetration.

Box Office Collection Breakdown

Dhurandhar: The Revenge has demonstrated exceptional performance across all markets, particularly in international territories where Hindi cinema has historically struggled.

The film’s strong weekend collections—Rs 42 crore on Friday, Rs 64 crore on Saturday, and Rs 71 crore on Sunday—demonstrate consistent audience demand beyond its opening week, indicating strong word-of-mouth and repeat viewership.

International Record-Breaking Achievement

Dhurandhar: The Revenge has made history in North America, dethroning S.S. Rajamouli’s Baahubali 2: The Conclusion from the top spot for Indian films in that territory.

The film surpassed Pathaan’s North American opening record and has held the number one position for Indian films across all overseas territories except the UK, where it earned £3.4 million ($4.4 million), trailing Pathaan’s £4.3 million ($5.6 million).

All-Time Ranking Among Indian Films

Dhurandhar: The Revenge has secured its position as the fourth highest-grossing Indian film in cinema history.

1. Aamir Khan’s Dangal – Rs 2,070 crore
2. Prabhas’ Baahubali 2: The Conclusion – Rs 1,788 crore
3. Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule – Rs 1,724 crore
4. Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge – Rs 1,365 crore (11 days)

The significant achievement comes at a critical juncture for Hindi cinema’s global positioning, particularly demonstrating strong recovery in international markets where Hindi films had previously underperformed relative to regional cinema.

Cast and Production

Dhurandhar: The Revenge features Ranveer Singh in the lead role as Jaskirat Singh Rangi, also known as Hamza Ali Mazari, an undercover intelligence operative. The ensemble cast includes R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, Gaurav Gera, and Danish Pandor reprising their roles from the first film, with new additions including Udaybir Sandhu, Danish Iqbal, and Salim Siddiqui.

The film is produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar under banners Jio Studios and B62 Studios, with music by Shashwat Sachdev.

First Film’s Legacy

The original Dhurandhar, released December 5, 2025, was itself a massive box office success, grossing over Rs 1,000 crore worldwide within three weeks. Set against the backdrop of Lyari, Karachi’s notorious area known for gang wars and violent turf battles, the first film depicted covert intelligence operations interwoven with real-life geopolitical events including the 1999 Kandahar hijack, the 2001 Parliament attack, and the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.

Cultural Impact and Industry Recognition

The Dhurandhar franchise has transcended box office success to become a cultural phenomenon, sparking endless social media debates, viral reels, and meme-worthy moments. Industry heavyweights including S.S. Rajamouli and Ram Gopal Varma, alongside stars like Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar, and Rakul Preet Singh, have publicly lauded the film’s scale, direction, and performances.

Despite combined runtime exceeding seven-and-a-half hours across both films, audiences have embraced the franchise for its gripping storytelling, standout performances, stirring music, and pitch-perfect casting.

Sequel’s Narrative Scope

Dhurandhar: The Revenge charts the rise of Singh’s character Hamza Ali Mazari in Karachi’s criminal underworld while delving into his origins as Jaskirat Singh Rangi, tracing his transformation into a covert operative. The film expands the universe established in the first installment while maintaining the high-octane spy-action template that resonated with audiences globally.

Future Prospects

Given the film’s trajectory and strong hold in second week, industry analysts project it could potentially breach the Rs 1,500 crore worldwide mark, further consolidating its position among all-time Indian box office champions and potentially approaching or surpassing Pushpa 2’s Rs 1,724 crore haul.

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