Some films release. Some create noise. And then there are films like Dhurandhar: The Revenge that completely rewrite the box office rulebook within hours of hitting the big screen. Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar have delivered a cinematic storm that has shattered records across the board on its opening day. From historic collections to unprecedented milestones, this is a film that has redefined what a Day 1 looks like in Bollywood.
The numbers are massive. The impact is even bigger. And the message is loud and clear. This is not just a blockbuster opening. This is history in motion.
Dhurandhar 2’s Historic Opening Sets The Tone
Dhurandhar: The Revenge opened to a phenomenal Rs 102.55 crore nett in India on Day 1 across all languages. These numbers alone would have been enough to make headlines. But the story does not end there.
Including paid previews of Rs 43 crore, the total India nett collection stands at Rs 145.55 crore. This kind of start puts the film in a league of its own right from the first day.
On the global front, the film has collected Rs 235.74 crore worldwide. These numbers firmly place it among the biggest openers in Indian cinema history.
Highest Ever Preview Collection
The film started breaking records even before its official release. With paid previews held on March 18 after 5 PM, Dhurandhar 2 earned a staggering Rs 43 crore from more than 12,700 shows across India.
This makes it the highest preview day collection ever. It comfortably surpasses the previous record held by They Call Him OG, which had collected Rs 21 crore. This itself shows the kind of anticipation the film had generated before release.
Biggest Hindi Opener Of All Time
The Hindi version of the film has created history on its own. On Day 1, it collected Rs 99.10 crore, making it the biggest Hindi opener ever.
The previous record was held by Pushpa 2, which had earned Rs 70.30 crore in Hindi on its opening day. The jump here is massive and clearly reflects the scale at which Dhurandhar 2 has connected with audiences.
Despite delays in some regional markets, the Hindi version dominated the collections and carried the film to record-breaking numbers.
Dhurandhar 2 Roars With Second Biggest Opening In Indian Cinema Worldwide
With a worldwide gross of Rs 235.74 crore, Dhurandhar: The Revenge has secured the second spot among the biggest Indian openers globally.
It trails only Pushpa 2: The Rule, which holds the top position with Rs 275.2 crore. At the same time, it has comfortably surpassed RRR and Baahubali 2, both of which were considered benchmarks for years.
This achievement is not just about numbers. It is about breaking into a space that was dominated by South Indian cinema and making a strong statement.
Career-Best Opening For Ranveer Singh And Aditya Dhar
This film marks a career-defining moment for both Ranveer Singh and director Aditya Dhar. Their previous collaboration, Dhurandhar, had opened at Rs 28.60 crore.
In comparison, Dhurandhar 2 has earned nearly four times that number on its first day alone. This kind of growth is rare and shows how strongly the franchise has evolved.
Highest Advance Booking Ever At National Chains
The film also created history in advance bookings. It sold a massive 925,000 tickets across national cinema chains before release.
This is the highest ever, surpassing films like Baahubali 2 (650K), Stree 2 (565K), Jawan (557K), and Pathaan (556K). These numbers clearly indicate the insane level of hype and anticipation among audiences.
Dhurandhar The Revenge Crosses Rs 100 Crore Despite Challenges
Despite facing delays and cancellations in several regions due to technical issues, Dhurandhar 2 comfortably crossed the Rs 100 crore mark on Day 1.
Regional contributions included Telugu Rs 2.12 crore, Tamil Rs 1.16 crore, Kannada Rs 0.8 crore, and Malayalam Rs 0.9 crore. The Hindi version remained the driving force behind the film’s massive opening.
Outperforms Recent Blockbusters By A Huge Margin
Dhurandhar The Revenge has left behind some of the biggest Hindi openers of recent times. Jawan had collected Rs 65.50 crore in Hindi and Rs 74 crore across languages. Animal had opened at Rs 54.75 crore in Hindi and Rs 63.80 crore overall.
With Rs 102.55 crore on Day 1, Dhurandhar 2 has set a new benchmark that will be difficult to match anytime soon.
A Sequel That Multiplied Expectations
The original Dhurandhar, released in December 2025, opened at Rs 28.60 crore and went on to become the highest-grossing Hindi film of all-time.
The sequel has not just lived up to expectations. It has exceeded them dramatically. Earning nearly four times the opening day collection of its predecessor, the film has taken the franchise to a whole new level.
Dhurandhar The Revenge Review
Movie: Dhurandhar The Revenge
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
Review: SPECTACULAR#RanveerSingh shines in #AdityaDhar‘s high-octane saga filled with patriotism, emotions, & actions 🔥🇮🇳#DhurandharTheRevenge #Dhurandhar2 #Dhurandhar2ReviewAditya Dhar returns with a vision that is bigger,… pic.twitter.com/xcpKqToFaN
— Praneet Samaiya (@praneetsamaiya) March 18, 2026
Cinetales gave Dhurandhar The Revenge 4.5 stars and called it Spectacular. In the review, Praneet Samaiya wrote, Dhurandhar 2 is bigger, better, and engaging. It has everything. Style, scale, substance, drama, action, strong emotional depth, brilliant performances, and fantastic storytelling.
Conclusion
Dhurandhar: The Revenge has delivered a historic Day 1 performance that has rewritten the record books. From the biggest Hindi opener to one of the largest global openings, the film has achieved milestones across every metric.
With such a massive start, the film has already set the stage for a record-breaking run. The only question now is not whether it will break more records, but how many.
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