Ranveer Singh’s espionage thriller Dhurandhar has scripted history at the Indian box office, officially emerging as the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time in India on January 6. With this milestone, the film has ended a nearly nine-year dominance of dubbed South Indian releases on the all-time Hindi box office chart.
According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Dhurandhar earned ₹4.75 crore on its 33rd day, pushing its total domestic nett collection to ₹781.75 crore. This remarkable figure allowed the film to surpass Pushpa 2: The Rule (Hindi version), which had closed its run at ₹738 crore nett.
The film’s gross domestic collection now stands at ₹938 crore, making it one of the most successful theatrical releases in Indian cinema history.
Bollywood Reclaims the Box Office Crown After Nearly a Decade
his achievement marks the first time since 2017 that a straight Hindi film has held the title of the highest-grossing Hindi release in India. Previously, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion had taken the crown from Dangal and retained it until Pushpa 2 briefly claimed the record in 2024.
With Dhurandhar now on top, Bollywood has finally reclaimed its long-lost box office supremacy.
Exceptional Theatrical Run and Audience Pull
Directed by Aditya Dhar, best known for the 2019 blockbuster Uri: The Surgical Strike, Dhurandhar has shown extraordinary consistency throughout its theatrical run.
- Tickets sold: Approx. 3.25 crore
- Most-watched original Hindi film in the post-pandemic era
- Surpassed the lifetime footfalls of Gadar 2
The film’s sustained momentum reflects strong word-of-mouth and repeat audience interest.
Dhurandhar Global Box Office Collection: Dhurandhar Crosses ₹1,220 Crore Worldwide
On the global front, Dhurandhar has crossed ₹1,220 crore worldwide by Day 33, placing it as the fifth-highest-grossing Indian film of all time.
North America Performance
The spy thriller has earned $20 million in North America, outperforming major Indian blockbusters such as:
- RRR
- Jawan
- Kalki 2898 AD
Dhurandhar Star Cast and Storyline
Dhurandhar features a powerful ensemble cast including:
- Ranveer Singh
- Akshaye Khanna
- Sanjay Dutt
- R. Madhavan
- Arjun Rampal
The film follows the intense journey of an Indian intelligence operative who infiltrates a Baloch gang in Pakistan, blending espionage, action, and political drama.
What’s Next for Dhurandhar?
While the film is expected to close above ₹775 crore nett, crossing the ₹800 crore nett mark may be difficult as it enters its later weeks. However, box office traction remains steady.
- Overall occupancy (Week 5 Tuesday): 12.98%
- Highest turnout: Night shows at 15.82%
Buoyed by the film’s massive success, Jio Studios has officially announced Dhurandhar: Part 2, slated for release on March 19, 2026.
With record-breaking collections, massive footfalls, and strong global performance, Dhurandhar has redefined box office benchmarks for Hindi cinema. Its historic run not only cements Ranveer Singh’s biggest career hit but also signals a powerful resurgence for Bollywood on the global stage.
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Chaitan Limkar is a tech and entertainment writer passionate about innovation, media, and the stories shaping the digital world.
