Aditya Dhar’s action-spy thriller Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh in a powerful lead role, has become one of the most talked-about films of 2025. From smashing box office records to topping yearly charts, this film’s commercial performance is historic in context of Indian cinema. Below, we analyze the film’s journey at the box office, key records it has set, comparisons with other major releases, and its global reception.
Box Office Beginnings: A Strong Launch
Released on December 5, 2025, Dhurandhar entered theatres amidst much anticipation following aggressive promotions, talk of its espionage storyline, and Ranveer Singh’s star power. Within its first ten days, the film not only crossed several major milestones but also rewrote benchmarks for Hindi cinema. Industry trackers reported that the film had already crossed ₹350 crore worldwide within just 10 days of release, a remarkable pace for any Indian film.
Domestic Box Office Performance
In India, Dhurandhar exhibited sustained momentum throughout its theatrical run. It reported strong weekday and weekend turnout, showing minimal drop-off even beyond the second weekend. By the middle of its third week, the film had amassed more than ₹570 crore in domestic net collections alone.
Notably, the film delivered consistent collections even on weekdays — a sign of strong word-of-mouth and repeat viewership— helping it race towards lofty benchmarks like ₹600 crore in India.
Global Box Office Highlights
Globally, Dhurandhar did even better. Reports show the film crossed approximately ₹872 crore worldwide by its 18th day — making it the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 globally. Over the next day, estimates suggested it was nearing or had crossed the prestigious ₹900 crore club — a coveted milestone achieved by only the most commercially successful Indian films ever.
The film’s worldwide haul was boosted by strong overseas performance in markets such as North America, the Middle East, the UK, and Australia, where Indian audiences showed great enthusiasm for the film.
Record-Breaking Achievements
Dhurandhar hasn’t just earned money — it broke records across different measures of box office success. Below are some of its notable achievements:
Benchmarks in Indian Cinema
- It became one of the fastest films of the year to cross key revenue milestones like ₹200 crore and ₹300 crore domestically.
- The film set new records for day-to-day earnings that outpaced recent Bollywood blockbusters.
- After its third Saturday, it surpassed the collection of iconic films like Baahubali 2: The Conclusion in that same timeframe, marking an extraordinary feat.
- By day 17, it had overtaken major Indian hits like Kantara: Chapter 1 and Chhaava to claim the title of the highest-grossing Indian movie of 2025 worldwide.
Comparison with Contemporary Releases
Part of why Dhurandhar made headlines was because it managed to outperform other big films released around the same period. For instance, it continued strong earnings even while competing with Hollywood juggernauts like Avatar: Fire and Ash at the global box office.
Additionally, movies such as Animal — which had accumulated massive returns in prior years — became part of the benchmark films that Dhurandhar was close to challenging in terms of lifetime global gross.
Long-Term Impact
The film’s continued draw at centres across India and abroad underlines its appeal beyond the typical release curve. Where many films see steep declines after the first weekend, Dhurandhar sustained strong viewership — contributing to its growing total through weekdays and third-weekend screens.
Why The Numbers Matter
Box office numbers are more than just a financial report; they reflect audience sentiment, cultural reach, and cinematic impact. Dhurandhar has become a case study in how strong storytelling, star presence, and a well-timed release can combine to deliver impressive commercial results — even in a dynamic year with diverse competition.
Beyond its earnings, the film’s box office run has also helped revitalize interest in homegrown spy thrillers and raised the international profile of Hindi films in new markets. Its performance suggests a growing global appetite for Indian cinema that goes beyond traditional franchise titles.
Final Verdict
As of December 24, 2025, Dhurandhar stands as one of the highest-earning and most record-setting Indian films of the year. With box office earnings trending toward the ₹1,000 crore mark and a slew of records under its belt, the film will likely be remembered among the biggest commercial successes of its era.
Disclaimer
This article is based on industry estimates, reporting from box office trackers, and news sources. Box office figures can vary by reporting source and are subject to updates as new data becomes available. Readers are advised to verify with authoritative box office trackers for the latest official numbers.
Sources
- Indian Express – Dhurandhar Box Office Day 18
- Economic Times – Top Hits 2025
- Times of India – Dhurandhar Records
Author: Prashant Sanjeeva Sherigara