Dhurandhar 2 Faces Legal Hurdle in Tamil Nadu Amid Spectacular Box Office Performance
Aditya Dhar's blockbuster spy thriller Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has found itself embroiled in fresh controversy even as it continues its unprecedented box office domination. An urgent plea has been reportedly presented before the Madras High Court seeking an immediate ban on the film's release in Tamil Nadu, citing serious concerns regarding the Model Code of Conduct ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in the state.
Legal Challenge Cites Political Themes and Election Timing
According to legal reports, an advocate made an oral mention before a bench comprising Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G Arul Murugan. The petitioner argued that the film deals extensively with political themes and should therefore not be screened during the crucial election period. With Tamil Nadu scheduled to go to the polls in approximately one month, the timing of the film's release has become a significant point of contention and legal scrutiny.
However, the judicial bench directed the petitioner to file a formal writ petition and subsequently seek an urgent hearing. A definitive decision on whether the film's release will be halted in Tamil Nadu is likely to emerge only after the court formally takes up the plea for consideration.
Unprecedented Box Office Storm Continues Unabated
Amid the growing legal buzz, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh in a powerful lead role, continues to rewrite box office history. The high-octane spy thriller has emerged as only the second Indian film after Pushpa 2 to achieve a massive opening weekend, amassing an astonishing Rs 761 crore globally within just four days of its theatrical release.
Backed by production giants Jio Studios and B62 Studios, the film has established new benchmarks across multiple territories. While Pushpa 2 currently leads with Rs 795.50 crore in its first four days, Dhurandhar 2 has decisively surpassed other major blockbusters including Baahubali 2, RRR, and KGF 2 in terms of opening weekend performance.
Record-Breaking Financial Numbers Detailed
The film's financial achievements are nothing short of spectacular:
- Day One: Collected Rs 145 crore (nett) in India through paid previews and opening day screenings, along with Rs 52 crore overseas—becoming the first Indian film to cross the Rs 100 crore mark in a single day in one language.
- Day Two: Earned Rs 83 crore (nett) in India and Rs 46 crore in international markets.
- Saturday: Collections surged to Rs 117 crore (nett) in India and Rs 58 crore globally.
- Sunday: Maintained momentum with Rs 121 crore (nett) in India and Rs 56 crore worldwide.
This remarkable performance has resulted in a cumulative worldwide total of Rs 761 crore, comprising Rs 550 crore gross in India and Rs 211 crore from international markets.
Film Details and Narrative Context
A direct sequel to Dhar's 2025 film, Dhurandhar: The Revenge released on March 19 across five major Indian languages: Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. The ensemble cast features prominent actors including R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, Sara Arjun, and Rakesh Bedi alongside Ranveer Singh.
The film is set in Lyari, Karachi—a region historically known for intense gang wars and territorial conflicts. The narrative revolves around covert intelligence operations against the backdrop of significant geopolitical events such as the Kandahar hijack, the 2001 Parliament attack, and the devastating 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
The sequel meticulously traces the dramatic rise of Ranveer Singh's character Hamza Ali Mazari in the dangerous Karachi underworld, while simultaneously exploring his origins as Jaskirat Singh Rangi. This dual narrative charts his complex transformation into a highly skilled covert operative operating in shadowy geopolitical landscapes.
