Ranveer Singh's latest action thriller, "Dhurandhar," continues its impressive run at the box office, demonstrating strong commercial resilience despite the usual Monday drop. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, has garnered positive reviews and strong word-of-mouth, contributing to its successful opening weekend and sustained performance.
On its fourth day, Monday, December 8, 2025, "Dhurandhar" collected an estimated ₹22 crore in India. While this represents a decrease from its Sunday collection of ₹43 crore, it is still a substantial figure, bringing the film's total domestic haul to ₹123.91 crore. Early estimates placed the Monday collection around ₹10.64 crore, but final figures exceeded expectations. Some reports suggest a lower Monday collection of ₹14.7 crore, bringing the four-day total to ₹117.7 crore. However, these were early estimates, and the final figures indicate a stronger performance.
"Dhurandhar" had a robust opening, earning approximately ₹28 crore on its first day. The film experienced growth on Saturday, collecting around ₹32 crore, and a significant jump on Sunday, reaching ₹43 crore and crossing the ₹100 crore mark in India. The movie has been hailed as the fastest film in Ranveer Singh's career to breach the ₹100 crore milestone. Despite the strong performance, "Dhurandhar" did not surpass the opening weekend collection of Vicky Kaushal's "Chhaava," which remains the highest Hindi film opener of the year with ₹116.5 crore. It also fell short of "War 2," which earned ₹127 crore over an extended four-day weekend.
The film has been lauded for its high-octane action sequences and engaging storyline. Ranveer Singh's performance is being praised, with critics noting his ability to embody the character of a mysterious agent. Akshaye Khanna's portrayal of a Lyari gangster has also received accolades, with many considering it a standout performance. The supporting cast, including Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R. Madhavan, have also been commended for their contributions.
"Dhurandhar" is directed by Aditya Dhar, known for his previous work on "URI: The Surgical Strike". The film is inspired by true events and explores India's covert operations, with Pakistan portrayed as a persistent adversary. While some reviewers found the film's length excessive, with a runtime of 3 hours and 34 minutes, many praised Dhar's direction and storytelling. The film is structured in chapters, similar to "URI," and incorporates archival footage, blending real and fictional elements.
The movie's music and background score, incorporating classic songs, have been highlighted as a triumph, enhancing the narrative's pulse. "Dhurandhar" is conceived as a two-part saga, with the second part scheduled for release on March 19, 2026. The ending is designed to set the stage for the sequel, leaving audiences anticipating the continuation of the story.
Analysts predict that "Dhurandhar"'s commercial resilience will be tested during the weekdays, but the film shows promise for sustained success. The film's performance in the coming days will be crucial in determining its overall box office trajectory.
