Hello everyone! Today, we are going to talk about a movie that has taken the Bollywood box office by storm in 2026. It is none other than “Dhurandhar: The Revenge”. This action thriller has grabbed everyone’s attention and has been a huge success, breaking many records along the way.
“Dhurandhar: The Revenge” is a big action film that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. It is a spy thriller and a follow up to the earlier movie “Dhurandhar”. The story continues to follow an Indian intelligence agent as he works to stop criminal groups and deal with big threats. This film was made with a grand vision and it shows in every scene, making it a truly immersive experience for the audience.
The movie brings together a lot of talent, both in front of and behind the camera. Director Aditya Dhar, who also wrote the film, has once again delivered a powerful story. The film’s strong action scenes, combined with a gripping plot, made it a must watch for many. It was a movie that people talked about a lot, and it surely left a big mark on Indian cinema this year.
Basic details
Movie name: Dhurandhar: The Revenge
Category: Action Thriller
Language: Hindi (also released in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada)
Release date: March 19, 2026 (with paid previews on March 18, 2026)
Director: Aditya Dhar
Main cast: Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, Gaurav Gera, Danish Pandor, Manav Gohil
Runtime: 229 minutes (theatrical version)
Where to watch: Theaters, later on JioHotstar (from May 2026) and Star Gold TV channel
Budget
The makers spent a lot of money to bring “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” to life. The reported budget for both “Dhurandhar” and “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” combined was around ₹250-255 crore. This shows the huge scale and ambition behind creating this spy action duology.
Opening day collection
This movie started with a bang, even before its official release day. It had special paid previews:
- Paid Previews (March 18, 2026): ₹43.00 crore India net collection
- Opening Day (March 19, 2026): ₹102.55 crore India net collection
Combining the paid previews with the official opening day, the movie collected a total of ₹145.55 crore India net collection. The worldwide opening day, including previews, was around ₹186 crore. This made it the highest Bollywood opener ever, even beating Shah Rukh Khan’s “Jawan”.
Day wise box office collection
Here is how “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” collected money in its first week from official release (Day 1 to Day 7). Please note that detailed daily overseas and worldwide collections are not available in a consistent format for each day, so we will mark them as “Not available”.
| Day | India net collection (in ₹ crore) | India gross collection (in ₹ crore) | Overseas collection (in ₹ crore) | Worldwide total (in ₹ crore) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paid Previews (Day 0, March 18) | 43.00 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 1 (March 19) | 102.55 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 2 (March 20) | 80.72 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 3 (March 21) | 113.00 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 4 (March 22) | 114.85 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 5 (March 23) | 65.00 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 6 (March 24) | 56.60 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 7 (March 25) | 48.75 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| First week total (Day 1 to Day 7) | 581.47 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Second weekend total | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
The film had an amazing run in its opening weekend. From its paid previews to Sunday (Day 4), “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” collected an India net of ₹466 crore. Its India gross collection for this period was ₹550 crore. Globally, it made a huge ₹761 crore in its opening weekend. This was a new record for an Indian film worldwide for an opening weekend.
Latest total box office collection
As of its full theatrical run, “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” has truly been a giant at the box office.
- Latest worldwide total collection: ₹1,852.44 crore
- Total India net collection: ₹1,108.09 crore
- Total India gross collection: ₹1,375.39 crore (estimated)
- Overseas collection: ₹475.93 crore
Hit or flop status
“Dhurandhar: The Revenge” is a massive All Time Blockbuster. It is one of the highest grossing Indian films ever. The movie’s worldwide collection of over ₹1,852 crore is much, much higher than its combined budget of ₹250-255 crore for both parts. This makes it a huge success and a big money maker for everyone involved.
Earnings report
Besides the amazing box office numbers, “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” also earned a lot of money from other rights, even before it hit the theaters.
- OTT rights (digital rights): JioHotstar bought the streaming rights for a huge ₹150 crore. This was one of the biggest deals for a Hindi movie’s digital rights.
- Satellite rights: Star Network secured the satellite rights for ₹50 crore. This means the film will be shown on TV channels later.
- Music rights: The music rights were acquired by T-Series for ₹45 crore.
In total, the film earned ₹245 crore from these non-theatrical rights before its release. This means the movie was already in profit even before ticket sales started.
Why people liked it
People really loved “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” for many reasons. The story was exciting and full of twists, keeping everyone glued to their seats. The action scenes were very well done and thrilling. The music of the film was also a big hit, with songs like “Aari Aari” becoming very popular. The movie also had a strong emotional core and patriotic feel that connected with a wide audience. The visuals were stunning, making the big screen experience even better. It was a complete package of entertainment that appealed to families and action lovers alike.
Cast performance
The actors in “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” did a fantastic job. Ranveer Singh, in the main role, was outstanding. He brought a lot of intensity and power to his character, making him believable as a spy agent. Many praised his strong performance. Other actors like Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, and R. Madhavan also delivered strong performances, making their characters memorable. The entire cast worked together well, adding a lot of depth to the film’s story.
Public response
The audience response to “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” was amazing. People showered it with love, and the word of mouth was very positive. Social media was buzzing with discussions about the film’s thrilling plot and powerful acting. Many critics also gave good reviews, praising Aditya Dhar’s direction and the film’s overall making. It quickly became a topic of discussion everywhere, with many calling it a landmark film in Bollywood for its scale and success. The strong public response helped the movie achieve its blockbuster status.
Final words
“Dhurandhar: The Revenge” has been a truly successful film. It has broken many box office records and earned a lot of money from various sources. From its exciting story to great acting and stunning action, the movie has won the hearts of millions. It clearly shows that good content with big scale can still bring people to theaters in huge numbers. This movie is a big win for Bollywood.
Source note
Sacnilk, Bollywood Hungama, The Indian Express, Pinkvilla, Wikipedia, Mint, BookMyShow.
