Dhurandhar hits 300 crore, beats Padmaavat in box office race
Dhurandhar hits 300 crore, beats Padmaavat in box office race
Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar moves toward Rs 300 crore as midnight shows roll out across major cities, aiming to surpass Padmaavat and set a new box office benchmark.
Ranveer Singh's espionage thriller Dhurandhar is closing in on the Rs 300 crore mark at the domestic box office in its second week, with Day 8 numbers showing a rise of over 20 percent. The film has built steady momentum since its release, drawing strong word-of-mouth for its brisk pace, high-energy sequences, and a punchy ensemble that includes Akshaye Khanna and Madhavan. The momentum underscores a solid run that could push the film past the 300-crore milestone in the days ahead.
The movie's performance has sparked talk of a potential overtaking of Padmaavat, with industry observers noting the sustained growth and cross-week endurance that many action dramas struggle to achieve. The film has also become a showcase for Ranveer Singh’s appeal in a high-stakes espionage narrative, reinforcing his standing as a leading star capable of driving a wide audience to theatres. Directors and critics alike have praised the film’s bold approach to Hindi cinema, citing its brisk narrative tempo and the way it leverages the ensemble cast to amplify impact on screen.
Showing strong legs at the box office, Dhurandhar crossed ₹255 crore by its ninth day, a figure that has helped cement the belief that this title could emerge as one of the year’s notable commercial successes. While the second-week trajectory remains crucial, early indicators suggest the film’s momentum could redefine expectations for thrillers in Indian cinema.
In response to overwhelming demand, distributors have extended showtimes in multiple cities, including midnight and early-morning screenings in Mumbai and Pune. The enduring appetite for the film signals not just a robust opening, but a sustained audience embrace that could translate into continued weekends of strong collections. If the pace holds, Dhurandhar may set a new benchmark for Ranveer Singh and Argentina’s? (Note: The film’s core appeal remains its high-octane action, sharp storytelling, and a cast that has drawn praise for delivering a convincing espionage experience.)
As the weekend approaches, theatres are betting on continued momentum. A strong box office trajectory can reinforce the film’s status as a marquee crowd-pleaser and bolster confidence in future Hindi-language thrillers that blend action with contemporary storytelling.
