Source gulf news
MUMBAI – In a historic turn of events for Indian cinema, the high-octane spy thriller Dhurandhar has officially cemented its place in the record books. Led by a powerhouse performance from Ranveer Singh, the film has roared past the ₹9.35 billion (₹935 crore) mark at the worldwide box office, securing a spot among the top 10 highest-grossing Indian films of all time.
The film’s meteoric rise culminated during its third week of release. By surpassing the lifetime collections of previous heavyweights like Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal (₹9.15 billion) and Salman Khan’s Bajrangi Bhaijaan (₹9.22 billion), Dhurandhar has become the first Indian film of 2025 to enter the prestigious global top 10.
A Trail of Broken Records
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the visionary behind Uri: The Surgical Strike, the film has been on a record-breaking spree since its debut on December 5, 2024.
Fastest to ₹500 Crore: It became the fastest outright Hindi film to cross the ₹5 billion mark domestically, achieving the feat in just 16 days, beating the previous record held by Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan.
Domestic Dominance: In India alone, the film has netted over ₹6.40 billion, making it the highest-grossing Hindi film of the year.
Global Footprint: Overseas markets, particularly North America, the UK, and Australia, have contributed nearly ₹2 billion to the total gross.
The Formula for Success
Industry analysts attribute the film’s “iron legs” at the box office to its gritty realism and a stellar ensemble cast. While Ranveer Singh is being lauded for his portrayal of undercover agent Hamza, the film also features standout performances by Akshaye Khanna as the formidable Rehman Dakait and R. Madhavan in a pivotal role inspired by real-world intelligence figures.
The narrative, set against the backdrop of Karachi’s Lyari underworld, has resonated deeply with audiences, maintaining a steady 30% occupancy even on weekdays during its third week.
“Dhurandhar is not just a movie; it’s a phenomenon. To see an ‘A’ rated spy thriller achieve these numbers without a typical holiday release window is a testament to the power of content-driven spectacles,” said a leading trade analyst.
Top 10 Indian Films (Worldwide Gross)
Rank Movie Worldwide Gross (Approx.)
1 Dangal ₹20.70 Billion
2 Pushpa 2: The Rule ₹18.71 Billion
3 Baahubali 2: The Conclusion ₹17.88 Billion
… … …
8 Kalki 2898 AD ₹10.42 Billion
9 Dhurandhar ₹9.35 Billion+
10 Bajrangi Bhaijaan ₹9.22 Billion
What’s Next?
With no major competition in the coming days, trade experts predict Dhurandhar is well on its way to the ₹10 billion (₹1,000 crore) club. Fans won’t have to wait long for the story to continue, as the makers have already announced Dhurandhar 2, scheduled for a pan-India release on March 19, 2026.
