Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar, has opened like a juggernaut at the box office, delivering a blockbuster start on Thursday after already setting the tone with record-breaking premiere shows on Wednesday.
The high-octane political drama is now on track to rewrite Bollywood history at the domestic box office and while official figures are expected by Friday morning, a Sacnilk report estimates that the film collected nearly Rs 100 crore nett on its opening day, outperforming several recent big-ticket releases.
With Rs43 crore nett coming from premiere shows alone, the film’s total has surged to an impressive Rs 143 crore nett within just two days.
Record-Breaking Start and Box Office Dominance
Dhurandhar: The Revenge has raced ahead of major films such as Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan (2023), Prabhas’s Adipurush, Salaar: Cease Fire – Part 1, Kalki 2898 AD, Jr NTR’s Devara: Part I, and Rajinikanth’s Coolie.
As per media reports, the film has marked the biggest opener of Ranveer Singh’s career and the highest-grossing opening for director Aditya Dhar. Released during the Eid window, it is expected to benefit from an extended weekend, with trade analysts projecting a staggering Rs 500 crore nett from India alone.
The film is also witnessing strong performance overseas, and its weekend trajectory is being closely monitored.
Strong Reception and Star Cast Impact
Also starring R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Rakesh Bedi, the sequel has received largely positive responses from critics and audiences alike. The film is running houseful in most cinemas and continues to generate strong buzz on social media.
Ranveer Singh leads a film that knows exactly the impact it wants to leave behind.” Written, directed, and produced by Aditya Dhar, the film features Ranveer Singh as an Indian spy operating in Pakistan.
PM Modi Scenes Spark Theatre Frenzy
In one of the most talked-about aspects of the film has been the inclusion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in two key sequences. The scenes feature excerpts from his 2014 oath-taking ceremony and his 2016 demonetisation address, both shown in televised format.
Reports from theatres across the country describe an electrifying response, with audiences cheering, whistling, and chanting slogans during these moments. Videos circulating on social media capture the crowd’s enthusiastic reaction.
“As soon as Modi ji makes his entry in Dhurandhar, the entire theatre erupts whistles, claps, hooting everywhere. That moment says it all his popularity isn’t just real, it’s unstoppable (sic),” one user wrote on X.
Another agreed, saying, “Fully agree! Huge claps yesterday (sic).” However, some users have also questioned the inclusion of demonetisation references in the narrative.
Certification, and Franchise Success
The film’s release was not without controversy, as reports suggested that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) recommended multiple cuts before granting it an ‘A’ certificate.
Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues the story of the 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar, which reportedly crossed Rs 1,300 crore at the global box office, making it Bollywood’s biggest hit.
The sequel, released on March 19 in multiple languages, had already earned Rs 52 crore in paid previews ahead of its official release, further cementing its status as one of the biggest cinematic events of the year.
