Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2 breaks box office records, Rajinikanth praises ‘masterpiece’

Dhurandhar 2 Shatters Every Record in Record Time

Dhurandhar: The Revenge officially became a phenomenon. On day one alone, the spy action thriller minted Rs 102.55 crore net in India, making it one of the fastest openers ever. By the extended 4-day opening weekend, the film had already collected Rs 466 crore net domestically, translating to Rs 550 crore gross across the country.

The worldwide collection reached Rs 236.63 crore on just day one, positioning Ranveer Singh‘s film as the second-largest opening in Indian cinema history. Overseas markets contributed massively, with the film earning $80 million globally in its opening weekend alone, making it the number 2 film in the world.

Crossing the Magical Rs 500 Crore Mark

The momentum never slowed. By day 5, Dhurandhar 2 had crossed the Rs 500 crore net mark, a feat achieved by only a handful of Indian films. The total India net collection stood at Rs 519.12 crore, with gross earnings at Rs 619.76 crore. The overseas contribution added Rs 210 crore, bringing the total worldwide collection to Rs 829.76 crore in just five days.

Even on the crucial Monday test, the film minted Rs 60 crore, beating the collection of blockbusters like Pathaan and Gadar 2. The day 5 net collection was Rs 65 crore, representing a moderate 43.4% drop from the previous day, still competitive for any major release.

Box Office Records Comparison with Indian Cinema

Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film features Ranveer Singh as Hamza Ali Mazari, alongside R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, and Sara Arjun. Made on a Rs 225 crore budget, the film has already recovered its investment multiple times over.

“Dhurandhar 2 is a must-watch for every Indian. Aditya Dhar has set the new standard, and Ranveer Singh delivers a masterclass. This is box office ka baap.”

— Rajinikanth, Superstar

Rajinikanth’s Rare Endorsement as a Game-Changer

The biggest boost came from superstar Rajinikanth, who shared his review 13 hours ago. He called Dhurandhar 2 a “must-watch for every Indian” and dubbed director Aditya Dhar as “box office ka baap,” cementing the film’s cultural phenomenon status. This endorsement from Tamil cinema’s biggest icon transcended regional boundaries and triggered massive social media engagement.

Director Aditya Dhar responded emotionally, calling Rajinikanth’s praise the “biggest superstar moment” of his life. Beyond Rajinikanth, other renowned filmmakers like SS Rajamouli and Rishab Shetty also praised the film, with Rajamouli calling it a “masterclass” in action cinema and Shetty describing it as “not just a sequel but a statement.”

Will Dhurandhar 2 Break the Rs 1000 Crore Barrier?

With Rs 829.76 crore worldwide already collected in just five days, industry analysts are watching closely. The film’s sustained performance, combined with Rajinikanth’s endorsement and critical acclaim, suggests it could maintain momentum through its theatrical run. The IMDB rating of 8.7/10 from 25,469 votes indicates strong audience reception.

Upcoming competition and the film’s legs in weeks two and three will determine if it reaches the Rs 1000 crore milestone globally. With no major releases scheduled for the next two weeks and Dhurandhar 2 streaming exclusively on JioHotstar post-theatrical, the film has a clear runway to maximize collections before OTT arrives.

Sources

• The Times of India: Box office collections and Rajinikanth’s praise statement
• Indian Express: Opening weekend records and director Aditya Dhar’s reaction
• Hindustan Times: Day 5 collections and industry impact analysis