Ranveer Singh's latest cinematic offering, Dhurandhar, has transcended the label of a mere box-office hit and is now actively rewriting the record books. The spy action thriller, directed by Aditya Dhar, has demonstrated phenomenal staying power, cementing its place as one of the highest-grossing adult-rated Indian films in history.
Historic Box Office Run Defies Trends
What sets Dhurandhar's performance apart is its remarkable consistency beyond the crucial opening weekend, a phase where most major releases typically see a significant dip. According to data from industry tracker Sacnilk, the film showcased rare weekday momentum in its second week. On its second Monday and Tuesday (day 13 and 14), it earned an impressive ₹30.5 crore each, a figure that even surpassed its opening-day collection. This was followed by a strong ₹25.5 crore on Wednesday.
This unstoppable run has propelled its total domestic net collection to approximately ₹437 crore in just under two weeks. Trade experts highlight that such sustained weekday numbers are a hallmark of event cinema fueled by exceptionally powerful word-of-mouth, rather than just pre-release hype.
Climbing the All-Time Charts: Beats Giants
With this colossal India total, Dhurandhar has achieved a monumental feat by overtaking the lifetime collection of the epic Baahubali: The Beginning (₹421 crore). It has also surged past Prabhas's Salaar in the domestic market. The film is now firmly positioned among the top three highest-grossing Indian films of 2025 and continues its ascent on the all-time charts for adult-certified releases.
Amidst this wave of success, lead actor Ranveer Singh shared a cryptic yet poignant message on Instagram, stating: “Kismat ki ek bahut khoobsurat aadat hai ki woh waqt aane par badalti hai… Lekin filhaal… nazar aur sabr”. Fans widely interpreted this as a reflection on patience and divine timing, resonating with the film's journey.
Global Dominance: Entering the Elite ₹600 Crore Club
Dhurandhar's dominance is not confined to Indian shores. The film has exhibited an unusually robust hold in international markets, contributing massively to its worldwide gross. As of its 12th day, the film had garnered around ₹428.5 crore net (₹505.63 crore gross) in India. Overseas, it added approximately ₹140 crore gross, pushing the global cumulative to nearly ₹645.63 crore.
This milestone marks Dhurandhar as Ranveer Singh's first film to cross the ₹600 crore mark worldwide. In the global rankings for Indian adult-rated films, it has now secured the second position, overtaking Salaar (₹609.61 crore). The only film ahead is Ranbir Kapoor's Animal, with a lifetime gross exceeding ₹910 crore.
Top Indian Adult Films Worldwide (Gross):
- Animal — ₹910.72 crore
- Dhurandhar — ₹645.63 crore
- Salaar — ₹609.61 crore
- Coolie — ₹516.81 crore
- Kabir Singh — ₹368.32 crore
The film passed a critical trade test early by holding firm after its first Monday and then witnessing growth in the second weekend—a clear indicator of audience-driven success. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar features Ranveer Singh as an undercover agent infiltrating a Karachi-based crime syndicate, supported by a stellar cast including Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R Madhavan. With no signs of slowing down, the industry is keenly watching to see just how high this spy thriller can ultimately climb.
