Dhurandhar 2 starring Ranveer Singh nears ₹700 crore worldwide in four days, surpassing Baahubali 2’s weekend record. Venkatesh calls it an unmissable theatrical experience.
Dumtika Editorial
March 23, 2026 · 2 min read

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Dhurandhar 2, starring Ranveer Singh, has stormed the box office with an extraordinary ₹660 crore plus gross worldwide in just four days. This colossal haul firmly places the film among India’s highest-grossing releases, with collections inching close to ₹700 crore. The sequel’s robust performance highlights its massive appeal across Telugu-speaking regions and pan-India audiences alike.
While detailed territorial splits are yet to emerge, the film’s stronghold is evident in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, where franchise loyalty and local buzz have generated substantial footfalls. The film continues to maintain excellent advance bookings, including a ₹34 crore advance for Monday alone, signaling sustained weekday momentum. Dhurandhar 2 has already surpassed the first weekend records of blockbusters like Baahubali 2 and KGF 2, trailing only behind Pushpa 2’s ₹770 crore launch.
Compared to recent big-ticket Telugu and pan-Indian releases, Dhurandhar 2’s rapid ascent is remarkable, especially given the first part’s limited initial language release. Director Aditya Dhar’s vision combined with Ranveer Singh’s captivating performance has struck a chord with audiences, as also noted by veteran actor Venkatesh, who praised the film as an “unmissable theatrical experience.” His commendation adds weight to the film’s cultural and commercial impact in Telugu cinema circles.
The film’s breakeven point was comfortably within reach by day two, and with current trends, Dhurandhar 2 is on a clear path to becoming one of the highest profit-makers of the year. Its wide release across multiplexes and single screens in key Telugu markets, coupled with positive word of mouth, supports this trajectory.
Dhurandhar 2’s success not only cements its franchise’s dominance but also signals a trend where strong storytelling, star power, and expansive reach come together to redefine box office milestones in Indian cinema.