The box office dynamics in Indian cinema have witnessed a significant shift with the arrival of a major Telugu release. The spy thriller 'Dhurandhar', which had been enjoying a stellar and uninterrupted run since its debut on December 5, 2025, has finally seen its collections affected. The film, which has amassed a monumental Rs 1200 crore worldwide, faced its first real challenge with the release of Prabhas' 'The Raja Saab' on January 9, 2026.
Live Box Office Updates: A New Contender Emerges
According to live tracking data from industry reports, the sixth Sunday (Day 38) of 'Dhurandhar' tells a new story. The Aditya Dhar-directed film, which previously shrugged off competition from three other major releases, earned an estimated Rs 0.78 crore on its 38th day in theatres. It is important to note that this figure is provisional and is expected to see a slight increase by the end of the day. Despite the recent dip, the film's domestic (India) total stands at an impressive Rs 800.28 crore, contributing to its gargantuan global haul of approximately Rs 1240 crore.
The Raja Saab Makes a Strong Entry
On the other side, the new entrant, the horror-comedy 'The Raja Saab', has started on a solid note. Directed by Maruthi, the film starring Prabhas collected an estimated Rs 2.76 crore on its first Sunday (Day 4). This has pushed its total India collection to Rs 91.66 crore. However, the film experienced a substantial drop on its first Saturday, earning Rs 26 crore, indicating a mixed trend in its initial performance. Its collections are also set to be updated as the day progresses.
Star-Studded Casts and Future Projects
The success of 'Dhurandhar' is powered by an ensemble cast featuring Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R. Madhavan. Fans of the espionage thriller have more to look forward to, as the makers have officially announced that 'Dhurandhar Part 2' is scheduled for release on March 19, 2026.
'The Raja Saab' boasts its own heavyweight lineup, including Prabhas, Sanjay Dutt, Malavika Mohanan, and veteran comedians Brahmanandam and Yogi Babu. In a move that signals confidence in the franchise's potential, the creators announced a sequel at the end of the movie, though a specific release date has not been disclosed yet.
The box office battle highlights the ever-changing preferences of the audience and sets the stage for an interesting clash of genres. While 'Dhurandhar' continues its legendary run in its sixth week, 'The Raja Saab' aims to carve its own space in the coming days.
