The cinematic juggernaut 'Dhurandhar' shows no signs of slowing down as it completes a glorious 20-day run in theatres. Having released on December 5, the film has not just shattered numerous records but has also cemented its place as a massive internet sensation, with performances from its stellar ensemble cast—including Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Rakesh Bedi, and Sanjay Dutt—receiving widespread acclaim from audiences and critics alike.
Steady Collections and a Historic Milestone
After a monumental second week that saw collections of Rs 253.25 crore, 'Dhurandhar' witnessed growth over its third weekend. The film minted Rs 34.25 crore on Saturday and followed it up with an impressive Rs 38.5 crore on Sunday. While Monday (day 18) saw a dip to Rs 16 crore, Tuesday (day 19) showed resilience with a collection of Rs 17.25 crore.
The momentum carried into day 20 (Wednesday), where the film had earned approximately Rs 17.75 crore by evening. This has propelled the film's total domestic nett collection to a staggering Rs 607.25 crore, officially breaching the coveted Rs 600 crore mark. The film's day-wise collections paint a picture of unprecedented consistency and power.
Detailed Day-Wise Box Office Breakdown
Week 1 (Total: Rs 207.25 Cr): Day 1: Rs 28 Cr, Day 2: Rs 32 Cr, Day 3: Rs 43 Cr, Day 4: Rs 23.25 Cr, Day 5: Rs 27 Cr, Day 6: Rs 27 Cr, Day 7: Rs 27 Cr.
Week 2 (Total: Rs 253.25 Cr): Day 8: Rs 32.5 Cr, Day 9: Rs 53 Cr, Day 10: Rs 58 Cr, Day 11: Rs 30.5 Cr, Day 12: Rs 30.5 Cr, Day 13: Rs 25.5 Cr, Day 14: Rs 23.25 Cr.
Week 3 (Till Day 20): Day 15: Rs 22.5 Cr, Day 16: Rs 34.25 Cr, Day 17: Rs 38.5 Cr, Day 18: Rs 16.5 Cr, Day 19: Rs 17.25 Cr, Day 20: Rs 17.75 Cr (est.).
The Road Ahead: Record Books Await Rewriting
With this phenomenal performance, 'Dhurandhar' is now firmly on course to rewrite Hindi box office history. Its immediate target is the current benchmark for the highest-grossing Hindi film—the Rs 738 crore nett lifetime collection of 'Pushpa 2' (Hindi). Industry trackers suggest that with the New Year holiday boost and a clear runway through most of January, the film is well-positioned to achieve this historic feat.
However, reaching the next benchmark of Rs 800 crore nett might present a steeper challenge and would require the film to once again surpass expectations in its later weeks. The release calendar works in its favour, with no major competition until the arrival of 'Border 2' around Republic Day. The Christmas release 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri' will need exceptionally strong word-of-mouth to secure screens and pose any significant challenge.
A Global Triumph
The film's success is not confined to the domestic market. In a landmark achievement, 'Dhurandhar' has surpassed the worldwide gross collection of Ranbir Kapoor's 'Animal'. With a global haul of Rs 925.28 crore, it has edged past 'Animal's Rs 917.82 crore, marking a major milestone for a film that released solely in Hindi. This underscores the massive pan-India and international appeal of the project.
The sustained theatrical run of 'Dhurandhar' is a testament to its compelling content and the power of big-screen spectacle. As it marches into its fourth week, all eyes are on whether it will claim the ultimate crown and set a new pinnacle for Hindi cinema.
