Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar wraps up historic run as one of India’s biggest hits; shatters major box office records in 75 days
Times of India
by TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESKFebruary 19, 2026
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Ranveer Singh's *Dhurandhar* has made history as one of India’s biggest box office hits, shattering records during its 75-day run. The action drama, directed by Aditya Dhar, not only dominated theaters but also became a post-pandemic phenomenon, thanks to strong word-of-mouth and steady weekday attendance. With a domestic gross of Rs 894.49 crore and 3.6 crore footfalls, it ranks as the second most-watched Indian film since the pandemic. Globally, it earned Rs 1,354.84 crore, including a record-breaking $20.65 million in North America.
The film’s achievements are remarkable: it became the first Bollywood movie to cross Rs 800 crore, the highest-grossing Hindi film ever, and the third highest-grossing Indian film overall, behind *Baahubali 2* and *Pushpa 2*. Its profitability is also impressive, with a reported budget of Rs 225 crore yielding profits of Rs 669.49 crore—a 297.55% ROI. This success has elevated Ranveer Singh to new career highs, including his biggest opening day and commercial peak.
*Dhurandhar*’s longevity is a testament to its appeal, as it held the top spot for 28 consecutive days with daily earnings over Rs 10 crore—a first in Indian cinema. The film’s second-weekend and second-week grosses also set new highs, further solidifying its place in Bollywood history. Its overseas performance was equally stellar, making it the highest-grossing adult
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/19/2026