Dhurandhar Sequel Creates History with Record-Breaking Preview Collections
Ever since the release of Ranveer Singh's blockbuster 'Dhurandhar' in December 2025, anticipation for its sequel has been building to a fever pitch. That excitement finally culminated on March 18, 2026, when 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' premiered with paid preview shows across the nation. The audience was treated to a spectacular dose of high-octane action, gripping drama, and complete cinematic entertainment that they had been eagerly awaiting for months.
Massive Opening Surpasses All Expectations
The film was widely expected to have a massive opening, following in the footsteps of its highly successful predecessor. However, it managed to roar even louder right from the preview shows themselves. According to data from Sacnilk, 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' collected an astonishing Rs 44 crore net in India from its paid preview shows on March 18, 2026. This remarkable figure dramatically outshines the opening of the 2025 released 'Dhurandhar,' which had debuted at Rs 28 crore.
Detailed Box Office Performance Analysis
The Aditya Dhar-directed spectacle was screened in 12,292 shows across India, contributing to its net collection of Rs 44 crore. Furthermore, the film recorded gross collections of approximately Rs 52.71 crore. It is important to note that these numbers are subject to change, as several shows experienced last-minute delays and cancellations due to technical issues. The refunds from these disruptions will inevitably impact the final consolidated figures.
Nevertheless, with its paid preview collections alone crossing the staggering 50 crore gross mark across all versions, 'Dhurandhar 2' has earned the prestigious title of having the biggest premiere performance ever recorded in Indian cinema history. Previously, the horror comedy 'Stree 2' held a record by earning over Rs 10 crore in its preview shows. Now, 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has established a completely new benchmark for the entire Bollywood industry.
Director Aditya Dhar Addresses Preview Show Delays
While audiences thoroughly enjoyed the second installment of the Dhurandhar franchise, the preview shows were not without their challenges. There were noticeable delays in screenings throughout India, and several South Indian language shows were cancelled at the last moment due to unforeseen technical difficulties.
Addressing these issues promptly, director Aditya Dhar issued a heartfelt note on his social media handles. He wrote, "To our dear Dhurandhar family, Dhurandhar is not just a film for us—it is something we have lived with, nurtured, and dreamed of sharing with every one of you, together, at the same moment, in every language."
He further explained, "Most of our Hindi shows across India are running as scheduled from 5 pm onwards. All of our Tamil and Telugu shows will commence from 9 pm onward. However, due to unforeseen technical difficulties, our Malayalam and Kannada shows will begin from tomorrow morning. If the dubbed version you have tickets for is not currently playing at your cinema, you will have an option for a refund or to watch the Hindi version with subtitles instead."
Concluding his message, Dhar expressed, "We truly apologize for the inconvenience. Your love for this film means the world to us, and we cannot wait to share it with you." This transparent communication helped mitigate fan disappointment and highlighted the production team's commitment to their audience.
Industry Impact and Future Projections
The unprecedented success of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' preview shows signals a robust opening weekend and potentially record-breaking lifetime collections. Industry analysts are now closely monitoring its performance as it enters wide release, with expectations running high for continued dominance at the box office. This achievement also underscores the growing trend of premium preview screenings becoming a significant revenue stream for major Bollywood productions.
Disclaimer: The box office numbers and data presented in this article are compiled from various public and industry sources. All figures are approximate unless explicitly stated, offering a fair representation of the movie's box office performance. These totals may change as official studio data is updated or as additional market reports are finalized. This information is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only.
