New Delhi, December 17, 2025:
Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar has officially cemented its place in Indian box office history. What began as a much-hyped spy thriller has now transformed into a full-blown box office phenomenon. On Day 12 of its theatrical run, the film crossed a staggering ₹639 crore worldwide, dethroning Salman Khan’s Sultan and Thalapathy Vijay’s Leo in the all-time charts.
Trade experts have described the film’s mid-week performance as nothing short of “manic”, a term rarely used for films beyond their opening weekend.
Day 12 Shock: No Midweek Drop at All
Defying every traditional box office trend, Dhurandhar showed zero decline on its second Tuesday. The film earned an estimated ₹30 crore net in India on Day 12, matching its Monday collections.
With this, the film’s India net total now stands at ₹411.25 crore, making it only the seventh Hindi film ever to enter the prestigious ₹400 crore club.
What makes this achievement extraordinary is the speed. Director Aditya Dhar’s film reached the milestone in just 12 days, faster than blockbusters like Dangal and Salaar.
Dhurandhar Box Office Snapshot
| Milestone | Achievement |
|---|---|
| Worldwide Gross | ₹639 crore |
| India Net Collection | ₹411.25 crore |
| Record Broken | Beat Sultan, Leo, Jailer |
| Special Feat | Highest second Tuesday for a Hindi film |
Salman Khan’s ‘Sultan’ Officially Overtaken
By crossing ₹639 crore globally, Dhurandhar has officially pushed several giants down the rankings:
- Sultan (2016): Salman Khan’s wrestling drama no longer holds its earlier global position.
- Leo: The Vijay-starrer has been overtaken in worldwide earnings.
- Dangal: Domestically, Ranveer Singh’s film has crossed Aamir Khan’s ₹387 crore India net figure.
Even in terms of second-week momentum, Dhurandhar has outperformed the Hindi version of Pushpa 2, collecting around ₹204 crore in Week 2, compared to Pushpa 2’s ₹196 crore.
Why ‘Dhurandhar’ Is Dominating the Box Office
Several factors have fueled the film’s unstoppable run:
- Ranveer Singh’s performance: His portrayal of Hamza, an undercover Indian agent embedded in Pakistan’s Lyari underworld, has earned near-universal praise.
- Strong ensemble cast: Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, and R. Madhavan bring gravitas and credibility to the narrative.
- High repeat value: Audiences are returning for multiple viewings, especially in metro cities.
- Massive overseas pull: In North America, Dhurandhar has already overtaken Baahubali 2 collections in select circuits.
Unlike typical action spectacles, the film’s geopolitical tension and grounded storytelling have resonated across age groups.
What’s Next: Eyes on ₹700 Crore
With weekday momentum holding strong, trade analysts expect Dhurandhar to cross ₹500 crore gross in India by Wednesday. The next big target is the ₹700 crore worldwide mark, which now looks well within reach.
If the current trend continues, the film is poised to finish as one of the top five highest-grossing Indian films of 2025.
Adding to fan excitement, the makers have already confirmed a sequel, scheduled for release on March 19, 2026, which will conclude the high-stakes clash between Hamza and the Karachi underworld.
