Ranveer Singh's action-spy thriller Dhurandhar continues its record-breaking spree at the box office, exhibiting remarkable staying power and heading towards the ₹500 crore mark in India. Released on December 5, 2025, the film has garnered significant attention and strong audience reception, defying the typical slowdown experienced by most films in their second week.
Box Office Performance:
Dhurandhar has dominated the box office since its release, achieving unprecedented numbers and setting new benchmarks for an A-rated Hindi film. After 13 days, the film has earned an estimated ₹411.75 Cr India net. On its thirteenth day, the movie raked in ₹21.29 crore, taking its total to ₹ 433.04 Cr.
The film's box office collection is nearing ₹450 crore milestone in India. Dhurandhar has already crossed ₹600 crore worldwide. Trade trackers and industry insiders believe that Dhurandhar can easily cross the ₹600 crore mark at the box office and might even inaugurate the ₹700 crore club in Bollywood.
The movie has recorded historic collections on its eighth, ninth, and tenth days, marking the biggest second weekend in Hindi cinema. It became the only ₹100-crore opening film to grow in its second weekend.
Records Shattered:
- Highest-grossing film of Aditya Dhar's career
- Top-grossing A-rated Indian film of 2025
- Ranveer Singh's highest earner ever, surpassing Padmaavat
- Biggest second weekend in Hindi cinema
About the Film:
Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar, is a spy action thriller inspired by real-life incidents, geopolitical conflicts, and covert operations. The film features Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi. Ranveer Singh plays Hamza, an Indian agent who infiltrates Karachi's criminal underworld to dismantle terror operations. Akshaye Khanna plays Rehman Dakait, the leader of the Baloch Gang.
The film is reportedly based on Operation Lyari, a crackdown against gangs in Karachi. The film received an A (adults only) certificate from the CBFC for violence.
Dhurandhar marks Ranveer Singh's first film in two years after Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. It is also Ranveer's first on-screen collaboration with Aditya Dhar.
Critical Reception:
Dhurandhar has received mixed-to-positive reviews from critics and audiences. Critics have praised the performances of the cast, especially Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, as well as Aditya Dhar's direction, action sequences, and production value. Some criticism has been directed towards the film's pacing and lengthy runtime of 214 minutes.
Despite mixed reviews, Dhurandhar's sustained box office success indicates strong audience appreciation. The film's momentum is expected to continue, with trade analysts predicting a final worldwide gross of ₹625–630 crore. The sequel, Dhurandhar: Part 2 – Revenge, is scheduled to release on March 19, 2026.
