Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh has delivered a colossal hit with his latest cinematic offering, 'Dhurandhar'. The film, which hit theatres yesterday, has not only lived up to its sky-high anticipation but has also rewritten box office records, establishing a formidable new benchmark for the actor.
Dhurandhar Storms the Box Office with Record Opening
According to early estimates reported by industry tracker Sacnilk, 'Dhurandhar' amassed an impressive Rs 27 crore net in India on its opening day. This stellar performance significantly surpassed the projections made by trade analysts prior to the release. The film's powerful start has enabled it to secure the position of the second-highest opening of 2025 so far.
In doing so, it has overtaken the romantic drama 'Saiyaara', starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, which had opened at Rs 21.9 crore net. The throne for the year's biggest opener, however, is still held by the Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna-starrer 'Chhava', which collected Rs 31 crore net on its first day earlier this year.
Ranveer Singh's Career-Best Opening Day
'Dhurandhar' marks a monumental personal achievement for Ranveer Singh. The film has now become the highest opening-day grosser of his entire career, a feat that eclipses the numbers posted by his previous major hits. It has outperformed the first-day collections of both the epic 'Padmaavat' (Rs 24 crore including paid previews) and the high-octane 'Simmba' (Rs 20.72 crore).
This makes 'Dhurandhar' Ranveer's biggest opener not just in the post-pandemic era, but in his filmography overall, cementing his status as one of Bollywood's most bankable leading stars.
About the Film and Audience Reception
Directed by Aditya Dhar, 'Dhurandhar' is a high-stakes drama inspired by multiple true events, including the Kandahar Hijack and the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. The movie boasts a powerful ensemble cast featuring Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Sara Arjun, and Rakesh Bedi alongside Ranveer Singh.
Initial audience and critical responses have widely praised the performances of the cast, particularly highlighting Ranveer Singh's intense portrayal. However, some viewers have noted that the film's lengthy runtime could be a point of contention for a section of the audience.
With its record-shattering start, 'Dhurandhar' has set the stage for a potentially massive theatrical run. All eyes are now on the film's performance over the crucial first weekend to see if it can maintain its explosive momentum.
