'Dhurandhar' Box-Office: Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar End Week One on a Thunderous Rs 218 Crore as the Spy Drama Sets New Records
Ranveer Singh's latest film, "Dhurandhar," directed by Aditya Dhar, has taken the box office by storm, concluding its first week with an impressive Rs 218 crore. The spy thriller, which opened in cinemas on December 5th, 2025, has exceeded expectations, showcasing remarkable consistency and strong word-of-mouth, leading to exceptional occupancy rates across both metro cities and smaller towns.
The film's opening day saw a collection of Rs 28 crore, and it continued to grow over the weekend, reaching its peak on Sunday with Rs 43 crore. Despite a slight dip on Monday, the film quickly regained momentum, maintaining a steady pace throughout the weekdays. On Thursday, its seventh day, the film is estimated to have collected over Rs 27 crore, surpassing its opening day figures, a rare achievement for any major Bollywood release.
"Dhurandhar" has not only performed exceptionally well domestically but has also made a significant impact internationally. The film has crossed the Rs 50 crore mark in overseas markets, with collections pouring in from countries like the US, UK, Canada, UAE, and Australia. Its worldwide total has surpassed Rs 300 crore, solidifying its position as a global success.
The movie has broken several records within its first week. "Dhurandhar" has surpassed the lifetime earnings of several previous films in just a few days. It has also become one of Ranveer Singh's highest-grossing films, marking his third-best-performing movie to date.
"Dhurandhar" features an ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Sara Arjun. The film is inspired by real events linked to geopolitical tensions and covert operations. The positive audience reception has been attributed to its gripping narrative, high-impact action sequences, and strong performances from the cast. Ranveer Singh's portrayal of a spy has been praised for its subtlety and intensity, while Akshaye Khanna has been lauded for his chilling presence.
While some critics have pointed out the film's lengthy runtime and violent content, many have lauded Aditya Dhar's direction for its realistic and intense approach to the spy genre. The film also touches upon the friction between resident Pakistanis and Balochs living in Pakistan. The music, background score by Shashwat Sachdev, adds layers of anticipation to the film.
The success of "Dhurandhar" has defied initial predictions, with strong word-of-mouth driving its performance. The film's consistent performance throughout the week indicates high audience satisfaction and repeat value. With its current trajectory, "Dhurandhar" is expected to continue its successful run and potentially enter the Rs 500 crore club. Given the positive response, makers have already confirmed a sequel, "Dhurandhar 2", set to release next year.
