The spy thriller ‘Dhurandhar 2’, directed by Aditya Dhar and featuring Ranbir Singh in the lead, has delivered a historic performance at the box office, setting new records from the very first day of release. The film, highly anticipated due to its intriguing storyline and star-studded cast, has generated unprecedented excitement among audiences across India and abroad.
Even before its official release, the film made waves during paid previews on 19 March, earning approximately ₹43 crore domestically. International markets added another ₹75 crore, enabling the film to surpass the ₹100 crore mark prior to its formal release.
On its official opening day, the momentum intensified. ‘Dhurandhar 2’ earned ₹102 crore domestically on the first day alone, making it the highest single-day grosser in Hindi cinema history. By the end of day one, the domestic total had reached around ₹145 crore.
The film’s performance in overseas markets has been equally impressive. First-day international earnings reached $7 million, with cumulative overseas collections already exceeding $9 million, reflecting the movie’s wide global appeal.
This remarkable feat has surpassed several previous record-holders. The former top single-day earnings in Hindi cinema were: ‘Jawan’ (₹129 crore), ‘Pathaan’ (₹104 crore), and ‘Animal’ (₹101 crore). ‘Dhurandhar 2’ has now claimed the top spot, rewriting the record books.
Beyond Bollywood, the film has also set new benchmarks at the Pan-India level, outperforming the opening day collections of major blockbusters such as ‘RRR’, ‘Baahubali 2’, ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, and ‘KGF Chapter 2’.
The ensemble cast adds further strength to the film’s appeal, featuring R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, Sara Arjun, and Rakesh Bedi, complementing Ranbir Singh’s star power and contributing to the overall commercial success.
Opening Day Box Office – Comparative Overview
| Film | Domestic Opening Day (₹ crore) | Overseas Opening Day ($ million) | Total Opening Day (Approx) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhurandhar 2 | 145 | 7 | 9+ |
| Jawan | 129 | 6 | 135+ |
| Pathaan | 104 | 5 | 109+ |
| Animal | 101 | 4 | 105+ |
| RRR | 140 | 6 | 146+ |
| Baahubali 2 | 125 | 5 | 130+ |
| KGF Chapter 2 | 135 | 6 | 141+ |
With its record-shattering earnings and strong global appeal, ‘Dhurandhar 2’ has firmly established itself as one of the most successful Indian films in history, promising a strong run in the coming weeks.