Hold onto your seats, because the box office battle just got a whole lot more exciting! Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar has officially dethroned Ranbir Kapoor's Animal, raking in a staggering Rs 935 crore worldwide, and it's now breathing down the neck of Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan. But here's where it gets controversial—is Dhurandhar just another blockbuster, or is it redefining what it means to be a successful Indian film? Let’s dive in.
As of Day 20, Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar, has not only become Ranveer Singh’s biggest career hit but has also joined the elite club of Indian films crossing the Rs 900 crore mark globally. With a domestic collection of Rs 17.75 crore on its latest successful day, the spy thriller is wrapping up its third week in theaters on a high note. The film has already pocketed over Rs 150 crore in the last six days, securing its spot among the top 10 Indian movies by domestic earnings. According to Sacnilk, Dhurandhar’s India box office collection stands at an estimated Rs 607 crore, with a worldwide gross of Rs 935.75 crore.
And this is the part most people miss—Dhurandhar has surpassed not just Animal (Rs 915 crore) but also Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava (Rs 601.54 crore) and Shraddha Kapoor-Rajkummar Rao’s Stree 2 (Rs 597.99 crore). Now, it’s hot on the heels of Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 (Rs 622.44 crore). But what’s truly remarkable is that Dhurandhar achieved the Rs 900 crore milestone without a pan-India or Gulf release, and despite its A rating—a feat that’s sparking debates across the industry.
Controversial Interpretation Alert: Some critics argue that Dhurandhar pushes a problematic narrative, gaslighting audiences into accepting its vision as entertainment. What do you think? Is it a bold cinematic statement or a step too far? Let’s discuss in the comments!
Adding fuel to the fire, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) has been vocal about his admiration for Dhurandhar. He tweeted, “#Dhurandhar will be like a HORROR FILM for all those FILM MAKERS who do not have the ability to make a film with such BRILLIANCE, INTELLIGENCE, INTEGRITY, and CRAFT.” RGV even went on to say, “Aditya Dhar is forcing the industry people to look at their own films in the mirror,” comparing Dhurandhar to a “monstrous dog” that haunts production offices. Bold words, right? But are they justified?
Looking ahead, Dhurandhar’s sequel is set to release on March 19, 2026, and unlike the first part, which was Hindi-only, the second installment will hit screens in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. It’s scheduled to clash with Yash’s Toxic, marking his return post the KGF franchise. Will Dhurandhar 2 live up to the hype? Only time will tell.
Final Thought-Provoking Question: With Dhurandhar challenging traditional Bollywood formulas, is this the beginning of a new era in Indian cinema, or just a one-off success? Share your thoughts below—we want to hear from you!
