Dhurandhar has kicked off its box office journey with a solid opening on Friday, raking in 28.60 crore nett in India—well above pre-release estimates of 20 crore. The film’s performance was particularly strong in urban multiplexes, where early occupancy rates crossed 40%, reflecting Ranveer Singh’s pull in the patriotic action-hero space.
While national chains and major centers drove a substantial portion of the collections, mass and heartland markets showed gradual improvement as the day progressed. Analysts note that these regions will be crucial over the weekend to push #Dhurandhar closer to its hefty 250 crore breakeven mark, given the film’s high acquisition and production costs.
Directed by Aditya Dhar as a follow-up to Uri, the spy thriller leans heavily on rugged, patriotic action, which has resonated with urban audiences so far. The Day 1 figures suggest that the film is on track, but the story of the weekend will depend on whether mass markets step up and sustain momentum.
The social media buzz around #Dhurandhar has also been noteworthy, with fans praising Ranveer Singh’s intense performance, high-octane action sequences, and patriotic storytelling. Positive word-of-mouth from early urban audiences could help the film gain traction in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, where the mass and heartland collections are still ramping up. If momentum continues, #Dhurandhar has a strong chance to bridge the gap between its impressive Day 1 start and the weekend target, potentially turning into one of the major hits of the season.
Experts also point out that the film’s weekday collections will be critical, especially for sustaining profitability and surpassing its breakeven point. If #Dhurandhar maintains steady growth through Monday and beyond, it could establish itself as not just a strong opener but a commercially successful action franchise, further cementing Ranveer Singh’s reputation in high-octane patriotic thrillers.