Released on December 5, the film has amassed ₹1006.7 crore worldwide, with ₹668.80 crore coming from the domestic market alone. On its 21st day—Christmas—it earned an estimated ₹26 crore in India, showing stronger footfalls than its opening day.
The action-packed narrative, featuring Ranveer as an undercover operative infiltrating Karachi's underworld, has resonated strongly. Supported by a cast including Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal, the film has outperformed competitors like Chhaava and Kantara Chapter 1.
Producers Jio Studios announced the milestone, noting exceptional word-of-mouth and repeat viewings drove the surge. Director Aditya Dhar has shared fan praise on social media, expressing gratitude.
The success revives Bollywood's big-screen dominance, ending 2025 on a high after a mixed year. Trade analysts credit gripping storytelling and patriotic undertones for the runaway performance.
Makers have confirmed Dhurandhar 2 for March 19, 2026—an Eid release in five languages (Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam)—responding to demand from southern audiences.
As celebrations continue, Dhurandhar sets a new benchmark, signalling robust prospects for ambitious Indian cinema in 2026.
