Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Rampage: Ranveer Singh’s Spy Thriller Rewrites History with ₹360 Crore Global Haul

the Indian box office is witnessing an unprecedented earthquake. Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, has officially transitioned from a hit to a cultural phenomenon. In just 60 hours since its release, the film has raked in a staggering ₹360.34 crore worldwide, obliterating nearly every major record in Bollywood history.

The Record-Breaking Numbers (March 19–21, 2026):

• Historic Opening: The film earned ₹145.5 crore net in India on Day 1 (including ₹43 crore from the largest-ever paid previews), making it the highest Bollywood opener of all time.

• Global Dominance: On Day 1 alone, the global gross hit ₹240 crore, surpassing the opening day hauls of pan-India giants like Baahubali 2 and RRR.

• Day 3 Surge: Boosted by the festive window of Ugadi and Gudi Padwa, Saturday shows are running at 60% occupancy. Early trends for Day 3 suggest a live net of ₹77.08 crore, pushing the domestic net total past ₹300 crore.

A New Benchmark for "A" Rated Cinema

Dhurandhar 2 has achieved what was previously thought impossible for an adult-rated film with a 3-hour and 49-minute runtime. Despite 21 mandated modifications by the CBFC, the film's visceral portrayal of Jaskirat Singh Rangi's infiltration into the Karachi underworld has resonated deeply with audiences.

Critical Acclaim and Industry Reactions

The "Dhurandhar Rampage" has drawn praise from the biggest names in the industry:

• SS Rajamouli & Rakesh Roshan: Both legendary directors hailed Aditya Dhar's "audacity" and "vision," with Roshan calling it a "healthy revolution in storytelling."

• Ram Gopal Varma: In his signature blunt style, RGV labeled the film a "horror" for old-school directors who rely on "loudness and masala," praising Ranveer Singh for creating a "true, flawed hero."

With the technical glitches for the Tamil and Telugu versions finally resolved, the film is expected to see a massive surge in South India over the Sunday window. Trade analysts predict that Dhurandhar 2 will cross the ₹500 crore mark by Monday, firmly placing it on the path to challenge the lifetime collections of its predecessor, which earned ₹1,300 crore.

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Box office data compiled from Sacnilk, Box Office India Trade Network, and Hindustan Times Entertainment Desk (March 21, 2026).