Dhurandhar Shatters ₹900 Crore - Sequel Set for Pan-India Release

Aditya Dhar’s action-packed film, Dhurandhar, featuring Ranveer Singh, has dominated the Indian box office, surpassing ₹600 crore domestically and reaching a staggering ₹900 crore worldwide. Originally released solely in Hindi, the movie has captivated audiences in southern regions, leading producers to plan a broader pan-India release for its sequel.

The inaugural film, which premiered on December 5, has made significant headway not just within Hindi-speaking demographics, but also in pivotal South Indian cities like Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru. Recent occupancy data revealed Dhurandhar achieving 28.75% in Hyderabad, 37.25% in Chennai, and a remarkable 49.25% in Bengaluru—numbers that are often on par with or exceed those in Mumbai and the National Capital Region. This positive reception has prompted the decision to dub Dhurandhar 2 in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, alongside Hindi, marking a noteworthy pan-India strategy.

The film's conclusion offered fans an intriguing glimpse into the protagonist’s backstory, perfectly setting up the narrative for Dhurandhar 2, hitting theaters on March 19, 2026, during Eid celebrations. The sequel will delve deeper into Ranveer Singh’s character, Hamza Ali Mazari (also known as Jaskirat Singh Rangi), further exploring his secretive mission and origins, thereby amplifying the thriller's allure.

With an impressive cast that includes Ranveer Singh, Sara Arjun, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Rakesh Bedi, Dhurandhar is produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, with the story crafted by Aditya Dhar, renowned for his narrative craftsmanship.

The film's runaway success can largely be attributed to its vibrant social media presence, enthusiastic word-of-mouth, and repeat viewers, especially in South India, where audiences have shown a keen interest in dubbed versions. The sequel's launch strategy aims to build on this momentum and engage a broader audience.

Dhurandhar 2 is poised to release alongside Yash and Kiara Advani’s eagerly awaited Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, ensuring a thrilling showdown at the box office come March 2026.

As Dhurandhar continues its remarkable journey, fans are keenly anticipating the next installment of this high-octane spy saga, ready for an exhilarating cinematic adventure across various languages in India.