Dhurandhar 2 crosses Rs 800 crore worldwide as Tamil Nadu ban debate heats up
Dhurandhar 2 crosses Rs 800 crore worldwide as Tamil Nadu ban debate heats up
Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge hits Rs 800 crore global box office and fights a Tamil Nadu ban plea, while tracking shows steady gains and a longer runtime.
Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is mounting a massive box office journey, with reports confirming the film crossed Rs 800 crore worldwide and Rs 500 crore net domestically. The spy thriller, a sequel to the 2025 blockbuster, continues to draw audiences despite a slight dip on its first Monday. The movie’s gripping narrative and standout performances are fueling its extraordinary run across global markets, underscoring Bollywood’s continued footprint on the world stage.
As the film pushes forward, trackers on Day 5 put its worldwide tally around Rs 691 crore, signaling that the title remains a strong weekday performer even as theaters reel from continued competition. The Ranveer Singh-starrer, where Singh plays Jaskirat Singh Rangi alias Hamza, carries a lengthy 229-minute runtime and has earned an 'A' certificate, factors that have not dampened its momentum but continue to define its audience profile. In early comparisons, Dhurandhar 2 has outpaced the opening trajectories of notable blockbusters like RRR and KGF: Chapter 2, heightening expectations for a possible Rs 700 crore global milestone soon.
But the film’s soaring success is meeting political sensitivity as well. A fresh controversy has emerged with an urgent plea before the Madras High Court seeking a ban on its Tamil Nadu release, citing concerns under the Model Code of Conduct ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. The development adds a political overlay to the entertainment narrative, raising questions about how ongoing counter-forces might influence box office performance and release strategies in a key regional market. While supporters tout the movie as a high-octane showcase of action and espionage, opponents argue that timing and regional considerations merit closer scrutiny.
Even with these tensions, industry observers see Dhurandhar 2 as a bellwether for contemporary Bollywood marketing, distribution, and audience engagement. If the momentum continues, the film could maintain its robust cross-border appeal and deliver a continued surge in global gross, further cementing Ranveer Singh’s position as a leading star in high-concept thrillers.
