Aditya Dhar's high-energy spy thriller Dhurandhar is proving to be a cinematic phenomenon, not just a hit film. Led by a powerhouse performance from Ranveer Singh, the movie is setting unprecedented benchmarks for longevity and sustained earnings in Hindi cinema, demonstrating remarkable strength well into its second week—a period when most major releases start to decline.
Defying Expectations With Unprecedented Holds
Overcoming initial skepticism and facing tough competition, Dhurandhar has shown incredible momentum with its weekday collections. Industry tracker Sacnilk reports that the film has amassed a staggering ₹427.52 crore in net collections within India in just 13 days. This puts it firmly on track to smash through the ₹450 crore domestic milestone imminently.
On its second Wednesday, early figures indicated earnings of ₹15.77 crore, with final numbers expected to rise after night shows. The film recorded an overall Hindi occupancy of 27.10% for the day. Morning shows saw 19.48% occupancy, while afternoon shows jumped to 34.72%, indicating consistent audience turnout across major cities and mass-market centers.
Second Week Outshines The First
In a rare and telling trend, Dhurandhar's second week is turning out to be stronger than its opening week. The film concluded its first seven days with an impressive ₹207.25 crore. However, propelled by a massive second weekend and remarkably stable weekday numbers, the second week has been even more formidable.
The film delivered an exceptional hold on its second Monday and Tuesday, collecting ₹30.5 crore on each day—a figure notably higher than its opening day collection of ₹28 crore. This pattern underscores the film's powerful word-of-mouth appeal and its ability to attract repeat viewers. By the end of Day 13, the cumulative India net total stood at ₹427.52 crore.
Records, Global Figures, and Star Reaction
Trade analysts estimate the film's worldwide gross has already reached the ₹625–630 crore range, cementing its status as a potential all-time blockbuster. In its 13-day sprint, Dhurandhar has reportedly shattered 19 box office records within India. It currently holds second place in several major categories, trailing only behind Ranbir Kapoor's Animal. Notably, it scored the second-highest opening day for an A-rated Hindi film.
Amid the roaring success, lead actor Ranveer Singh shared a cryptic yet optimistic note on Instagram, hinting at patience and warding off negativity as the film's journey continues.
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the ensemble cast features Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal in pivotal roles, with Sara Arjun, Naveen Kaushik, Rakesh Bedi, and Danish Pandor in key support. While critical reviews were mixed, audience response has been overwhelmingly positive, with social media buzzing with memes and praise for the performances and high-octane narrative.
With its relentless pace and historic second-week performance, Dhurandhar has indisputably positioned itself as one of the biggest Hindi film successes of the year, redefining expectations for box office stamina.
