Dhurandhar 2 Collection Day 2: Fans call Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar’s spy actioner ‘wildfire’

At Dhurandhar 2’s Mumbai premiere, attended by the cast and crew, Aditya Dhar said he was overwhelmed by the love coming in. A video of his speech was shared by Rakesh Bedi on social media.

“Thank you to those who believed in me, starting from Jyoti Deshpande, and of course, my HODs, my cast members, actors, and everyone who has given their heart and soul to the film."

“I am overwhelmed with all the responses coming in and even the memes. But I genuinely want to thank everyone for being here, supporting us, and being part of this journey. This wouldn’t have been possible without you. Thank you so much," he added.

Tasveer, a Seattle-based South Asian film organisation and festival platform recognised by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, has removed Dhurandhar 2 from its daily screening lineup at the Tasveer Film Centre.

In a statement, Executive Director Rita Meher said, “We have removed Dhurandhar 2 from our daily screening lineup. Screening the film was not an endorsement of its content.”She added that the decision followed a rushed programming process. “As a new theater, we have been experimenting with programming… but I did not follow the thoughtful process that has guided our work since opening in February.”

Tasveer said it will continue to focus on showcasing South Asian voices through cinema while adhering to its curatorial vision.

After a slow start, the Tamil version of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge picked up momentum rapidly, with around 31 shows completely sold out in Chennai. With tickets priced as low as Rs 55 at multiple theaters, including PVR and INOX, the film has earned Rs 1.69 crore from 452 shows, registering a 54% occupancy, according to Sacnilk.

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is on a rampage, already approaching the Rs 70 crore mark. According to Sacnilk, the film has collected Rs 64.51 crore from 12,931 shows, registering an impressive 75.6% occupancy. The Hindi version alone has contributed Rs 59.31 crore, with multiple shows across India sold out.

Kanappa star Vishnu Manchu recently took to his official X handle to review Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. He wrote on X: "Just watched Durandar 2, a gripping film that blends facts and fiction, Superbly. The writing stands tall, and every department brings its A-game. Leaving aside what the highly intellectual critics say, for me, this hits differently. Every patriot must watch this film. It answers most of the questions of the sensational incidents which happened in Bharat in the recent times. The bar has been raised. Now it’s on all of us as filmmakers to rise to it. What a movie!"

The Tamil version of the film is gradually gaining momentum, with over 31 shows in Chennai selling out completely. Meanwhile, other scheduled shows are filling up rapidly. Ticket prices in the region start as low as Rs 55 for second-class seats, while premium or first-class tickets are priced around Rs 183 at multiple theaters, including chains like PVR, as per data available on BookMyShow.

The Telugu version of Dhurandhar is reportedly performing exceptionally well across A, B, and C centres in the Telugu states, with around 50 housefull shows. As of 3 PM, the film has collected Rs 2.93 crore from 614 shows, boasting an impressive 71% occupancy.

With Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge receiving an outstanding response not just in its original language but also in Telugu, fans are pointing to a larger shift in how Indian cinema is evolving. An X user named Abhi shared, “Telugu version shows how Indian cinema is becoming more unified. Strong content today travels across languages and regions effortlessly, and Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is a perfect example of that shift. This is the kind of film that reminds us why theatres matter. The energy, the crowd reaction, the shared excitement—these are things that can’t be replicated anywhere else.”

While Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has already surpassed Animal and Jawan in terms of opening day collections, it remains to be seen whether its Telugu version can break records in the Telugu states. According to Box Office India, the Telugu version of Animal earned over Rs 42 crore nett in the region, surpassing the previous benchmark set by Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan, which had collected around Rs 30 crore nett in Telugu to become the highest-grossing Hindi film in the dubbed version.

Over five lakh tickets have been sold since morning on BookMyShow, with the app currently showing that around 93.59K tickets were sold in just the last hour. At the same time, multiple theatres are also selling tickets at the counter, further boosting overall footfall. The film is running across 10,123 shows with an occupancy of 74.2%—one of the highest occupancy rates recorded, reflecting its massive demand.

The Tamil version of Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has earned Rs 1.11 crore as of 2 PM. According to Sacnilk, this collection comes from 391 shows, with an occupancy of 69%. However, the dubbed Tamil version continues to perform slower compared to the Telugu and Malayalam versions of the Ranveer Singh-starrer.

Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has already clocked Rs 45.20 crore by lunchtime. According to Sacnilk, the film has earned Rs 45.20 crore across 10,123 shows, with an occupancy of 74.2% as of 2 PM. Out of this, a massive Rs 41.44 crore has come from the Hindi version alone. If the current box office momentum continues, the film is likely to surpass the Day 3 India collection record of Pushpa 2: The Rule.

After initial delays, the Tamil version of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge finally hit theatres today. However, unlike the Telugu and Malayalam versions, it has not witnessed the same box office traction, with many shows selling only a limited number of tickets, according to the latest update on BookMyShow. So far, the film has earned Rs 90 lakh in Tamil across 370 shows, with an occupancy of 46%, as per Sacnilk.

According to the latest update on BookMyShow, around 71 shows of the Telugu version of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge have been scheduled in Hyderabad. Out of these, 49 shows are already completely sold out, with several late-night screenings running as late as 11:20 PM, reflecting the film’s massive demand in the city.

The craze around Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is clearly evident on BookMyShow, with new shows being added in several regional languages. In the past hour alone, around 99.39K tickets have been sold on the platform. As of 1 PM, the film has already earned nearly Rs 40 crore India net across all languages, underlining its massive box office momentum.

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is fast approaching the Rs 50 crore mark. According to Sacnilk, the film has earned Rs 38.21 crore in India by 1 PM, across 9,337 shows, with an overall occupancy of 73%. Out of this, Rs 35.32 crore has come from the Hindi version alone, playing across 8,445 shows with an occupancy of 74.7%, continuing to drive the film’s strong box office momentum.

A fan in Hyderabad took to X to express frustration over not being able to secure tickets for the Telugu version of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. Reacting to a tweet praising the film, an X user named “Chandu Vibes” wrote in Telugu, “Still waiting to buy the tickets, can’t find any.” The complaint reflects the massive demand in the city, where over 30 shows were reported housefull on BookMyShow, making it difficult for many viewers to grab tickets.

Kannada actor and former politician Ramya expressed her disappointment in Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. Taking to her official X handle, Ramya aka Divya Spandana wrote: "Just watched Dhurandhar 2 and wow! What a masterclass in how to turn something promising into an endurance test. It’s like reading a textbook of the most boring subject with never-ending chapters and at some point, your brain just gives up and starts laughing out of sheer despair at the atrocity unfolding in front of you. If you really want to watch it, do yourself a favor—don’t waste your time or money in a theatre. This is strictly ‘pause, scroll phone, question life choices’ content—best consumed on a streaming platform where escape is just a click away."

After watching Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge and learning about his incomplete backstory as an Indian agent in Pakistan, fans are now calling for a spin-off centered on the character of Alam. An X user named Pankaj Solanki wrote, “Alam bhai deserves a spin-off movie, series, or at least a short film.”

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is picking up strong momentum at the box office. As of 12 PM, the film has recorded a total India net collection of Rs 29.44 crore across 8,142 shows, with an impressive occupancy of 71.2%. Notably, the film’s Saturday performance is significantly higher than Day 1 and Day 2 when compared to its earnings by noon on those days. The Telugu version is also gaining traction, contributing Rs 2.12 crore across 384 shows with an occupancy of 64%. Meanwhile, the Tamil version’s numbers have been revised to Rs 54 lakh, down from the earlier reported Rs 63 lakh by Sacnilk.

An X user named Akash highlighted the growing international buzz around Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, sharing his experience from the UK. He wrote, “The hype around Dhurandhar is actually insane. Just to give some context, Belfast isn’t exactly a huge city compared to the rest of the UK/Ireland, and I’ve NEVER seen an Indian film get this kind of treatment here. Most movies barely get a couple of shows. But Dhurandhar? 7 shows. That’s the level of buzz it’s creating in a foreign market. Now just imagine what’s about to happen in India… absolute madness loading.”

Independent filmmaker Mohan G Kshatriyan has shared his take on Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, praising its impact on the industry. He wrote on X, “Dhurandhar 2 just shook up the whole Indian film industry and proved critics wrong. The tide is turning, and Bollywood is getting a much-needed makeover. Indian cinema is about to get a whole lot more exciting hereafter—note it.”

On Day 3, Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has earned Rs 20.72 crore India net across 6,622 shows as of 11 AM, recording an overall occupancy of 66.7%, according to Sacnilk. Out of this, Rs 18.42 crore has come from the Hindi version alone. Meanwhile, the Tamil version has contributed Rs 63 lakh from 211 shows, while the Telugu version has added Rs 1.67 crore from 312 shows. The comparatively lower numbers in the southern markets are largely due to ticket price caps, where prices are generally kept below Rs 200. In cities like Hyderabad and Chennai, several theatres are offering tickets for as low as Rs 150, impacting overall revenue despite decent occupancy levels.

According to BookMyShow, around 82.94K tickets for Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge were sold in the last hour alone. The film has also garnered over 100K votes on the platform, with an impressive average rating of 9.5/10. Many users have particularly praised Aditya Dhar’s direction and Ranveer Singh’s performance.

S. S. Rajamouli’s son S. S. Karthikeya recently shared a detailed review of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge in a long note on X, praising its screenplay and performances. He wrote, “I was completely bowled over by the screenplay and its attention to detail. And the performances… simply outstanding. His writing gave Ranveer Singh incredible scope and he delivered beyond expectations. The range and intensity he brought to the role left me in awe. What a showcase. R. Madhavan sir was the perfect blend of calm and intensity, so powerfully portrayed. And Rakesh Bedi’s character arc, especially the way it rounded off, was just masterful. Phew. Every performance landed perfectly.”

SS Rajamouli is all praises for Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. Taking to his official X handle, the Baahubali filmmaker wrote: "I loved Dhurandhar-1, but The Revenge surpassed the original in both scale and soul. The writing, casting, technical execution, music, world design and direction are flawless…. But it’s the emotional stakes that really ground it. The writing manages to weave plot twists that create genuine tension charged with emotion. Aditya Dhar, you hit it out of the park. It takes guts to make and release a film 4 hours long. The audience is glued to the seat till the last frame. Ranveer, what a performance man… The sequence with the sister in the shed is a masterclass in acting. From that beginning to the heart-wrenching climax, you mesmerized us both as Hamza and Jaskirat. Madhavan, you carried the helplessness and frustration of a nation so well that we felt your sucess as ours. Congratulations to the entire team for the resounding success."

In Kochi, around four Malayalam shows of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge have been scheduled, with the earliest at 1:15 PM at Cinepolis, Centre Square Mall, followed by shows at 1:20 PM, 10:50 PM, and 11:00 PM. Two of these shows are nearly sold out, while another is filling up rapidly. For the 11:00 PM show, only about 40 seats remain. Meanwhile, the Hindi version dominates the region with hundreds of shows, most of which are also witnessing strong occupancy and filling up quickly.

According to Venky Box Office, Dhurandhar: The Revenge has earned $2,850,818 in advance sales for Day 3 in North America, with 4,405 shows and 206,620 tickets sold. The tracker has predicted that the film could cross the $4 million mark, calling it the highest single-day gross in the history of Indian cinema.

With the makers unable to release the Telugu dubbed version as promised on March 18 for paid previews due to censorship delays, the film is finally set to hit theatres in Telugu today. The anticipation surrounding the film is clearly reflected in Hyderabad’s advance bookings, with multiple shows already sold out. The 3:30 PM show at AMB Cinemas, the 8:50 AM show at Asian Lakshmikala Cinepride, and the 12:10 PM show at AAA Cinemas are completely sold out. In total, around 30 shows for Saturday have already sold out on BookMyShow, while several others are filling up rapidly.

After a three-day delay, the Telugu and Tamil versions of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge are finally set to hit theatres across India today. In Chennai, most Tamil shows are scheduled from 9:30 AM, and are nearly housefull, with only a few front-row seats remaining. At Vijay Park Multiplex, shows at 9:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 6:00 PM, and 10:30 PM are almost sold out. Across other theatres too, bookings are filling up rapidly, as seen on BookMyShow. The strong response can be attributed to the anticipation built due to the delay, the hype surrounding the Hindi version, and the added boost of the weekend coinciding with the Eid holiday.

While Dhurandhar: The Revenge earned Rs 226.27 crore in two days at the Indian box office, Dhurandhar had collected Rs 60 crore over the same period.