MUMBAI: The hype for Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge has translated into historic box office numbers even before its official release. According to tracking website Sacnilk, the Aditya Dhar-directed film has amassed a staggering Rs 123 crore in global pre-sales from premiere and day one bookings.
With more shows yet to open across key circuits, the numbers are expected to soar even higher ahead of its grand theatrical release on March 19.
Pre-Sales Breakdown: A Record-Breaking Start
The film’s advance bookings have shattered expectations, driven by massive fan demand across India and international markets.
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Global Pre-Sales | Rs 123 crore (premiere + Day 1) |
| Premiere Shows (March 18) Gross | Rs 38.50 crore |
| Day 1 (March 19) Domestic Collection | Rs 24.50 crore (from 13,000+ shows in India) |
| International Pre-Sales | Approximately Rs 60 crore |
The film is set for a historic opening, with more theatres expected to open bookings in the coming hours.
Managing the Demand: 24-Hour Screenings and Post-Midnight Shows
The unprecedented demand for Dhurandhar 2 has led exhibitors to adopt extraordinary measures. With the film’s runtime clocking in at 3 hours and 55 minutes, theatres are scheduling shows at unconventional hours to accommodate the frenzy.
- Post-Midnight Shows: Reports suggest shows as early as 2:00 AM have been scheduled in cities like Mumbai, Pune, and Ahmedabad.
- Examples: In Mumbai, MovieMax Sion and MovieMax Wonder Mall in Thane have listed shows at 2:15 AM and 5:30 AM.
- 24-Hour Model: More multiplexes are expected to follow this trend, with exhibitors planning to adopt a round-the-clock screening model in many cities to manage the massive demand for tickets.
About the Film
Dhurandhar: The Revenge is the sequel to the 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film features an ensemble cast including Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Sara Arjun, and others. It will be released in five languages: Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada.
