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Dhurandhar 2 storms to ₹100 crore opening beats Jawan and Kalki

Ranveer Singh’s biggest opener yet powers Aditya Dhar’s political thriller towards a ₹500 crore weekend.

EPN Desk 20 March 2026 06:07

The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar

In a thunderous start, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar, has opened to a massive ₹100 crore nett on Day 1, marking one of the biggest debuts in Indian cinema.

Led by Ranveer Singh, the film has surged past major blockbusters like Jawan, Kalki 2898 AD, Salaar, and Adipurush in domestic opening collections, setting the tone for a record-breaking run.

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Massive start pushes two-day total to ₹143 crore

The film earned ₹43 crore from premiere shows, taking its two-day total to ₹143 crore nett in India. Final figures are awaited, but early trends confirm a blockbuster trajectory.

Among India’s biggest openers

Dhurandhar: The Revenge now ranks among the top Day 1 performers:

  • Pushpa: The Rule — ₹164 crore
  • RRR — ₹133 crore
  • KGF: Chapter 2 — ₹116 crore
  • Dhurandhar: The Revenge — ₹100 crore
  • Kalki 2898 AD — ₹95 crore
  • Salaar — ₹91 crore
  • Adipurush — ₹87 crore
  • Devara: Part I — ₹83 crore
  • Jawan — ₹75 crore
  • Coolie — ₹65 crore

₹500 crore weekend in sight

Released during Eid, the film is benefiting from strong footfalls and packed theatres. Trade estimates suggest it could touch nearly ₹500 crore nett in its opening weekend in India, with solid overseas numbers adding to its momentum.

Strong buzz and positive response

Also featuring R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Rakesh Bedi, the film has received largely positive reviews and strong audience response. Theatres across the country are reporting houseful shows.

Written, directed, and produced by Aditya Dhar, the film casts Ranveer Singh as an Indian spy on a high-stakes mission, delivering what is now shaping up to be a career-defining blockbuster.

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