The cinematic juggernaut 'Dhurandhar' shows no signs of slowing down. Having stormed into theatres on December 5, the Aditya Dhar directorial has now triumphantly completed its fifth week, demonstrating phenomenal staying power. The film, featuring an ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, and Arjun Rampal, is on the cusp of a major global milestone.
A Box Office Run for the History Books
'Dhurandhar' displayed a rare and impressive trend by earning more in its second week than its first, a feat that highlights its exceptional word-of-mouth appeal. The film amassed a colossal Rs 207.25 crore in its opening week, followed by an even bigger Rs 253.25 crore in week two. While a gradual decline set in thereafter, the numbers remained staggering by any standard.
The third and fourth weeks brought in Rs 172 crore and Rs 106.5 crore, respectively. Now, after concluding its fifth week with Rs 51.25 crore, the film's domestic total stands at a monumental Rs 790.49 crore, as per industry tracker Sacnilk. On its 36th day, the sixth Friday, early afternoon figures showed collections of Rs 24 lakhs.
The Staggering Weekly Breakdown
The film's financial journey in India is best understood through its weekly collections:
- Week 1: Rs 207.25 crore
- Week 2: Rs 253.25 crore
- Week 3: Rs 172 crore
- Week 4: Rs 106.5 crore
- Week 5: Rs 51.25 crore
- Total India Collection (so far): Rs 790.49 crore
On the Verge of a Global Landmark
The story gets even bigger on the world stage. 'Dhurandhar' has already secured a massive worldwide haul of Rs 1267.65 crore. This places it tantalizingly close to surpassing the global collection of the epic 'RRR', which stands at Rs 1275.51 crore. 'Dhurandhar' is merely Rs 7.87 crore short of overtaking 'RRR' to become the fourth-highest-grossing Indian film of all time globally.
Industry analysts predict that this historic crossover will likely happen on the film's sixth Friday itself, marking day 36 of its theatrical run. This achievement would cement 'Dhurandhar's position as one of the most successful Indian films ever produced.
The Powerhouse Team Behind the Success
The film's success is a testament to the vision of director Aditya Dhar and the magnetic performance of its star-studded cast led by Ranveer Singh. The combined appeal of veterans like Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, and Arjun Rampal created a multi-generational pull that translated into box office gold. The film's ability to grow in its second week indicates content that resonated deeply with audiences, driving repeat viewings.
As 'Dhurandhar' continues its run, the industry watches closely, not just for the record it is about to break, but for the new benchmarks it is setting for cinematic success in the modern era.
