📌 Key Points
- Dhurandhar 2 nets a staggering ₹130 Cr before release!
- AM shows begin March 19th; fan craze shatters norms!
- Challenges ‘Animal’s’ record, eyes Top 5 Hindi films!
- Telugu version triumphs with ₹40 lakhs despite fierce competition!
Ranveer Singh‘s ‘Dhurandhar 2’ is already an industry behemoth, generating unprecedented excitement ahead of its global release! This spy thriller sequel has shattered box office records, amassing a phenomenal ₹130 crores in pre-release bookings. With early morning shows from 2 AM, the immense anticipation among South Indian cinephiles signals a monumental cinematic event.
Unprecedented Pre-Release Hype
Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge,’ directed by Aditya Dhar, is creating an unprecedented sensation even before its worldwide release on Thursday, March 19th. The spy thriller sequel has already shattered box office records by collecting a staggering Rs. 130 crores through advance bookings alone, combining figures from both India and overseas. This immense demand is evident with only two days remaining until release, as early morning shows are scheduled to begin from 2:00 AM on March 19th. The film’s pre-release momentum is extraordinary, having already garnered approximately Rs. 35 crores solely from paid previews. Furthermore, it secured Rs. 7 crores through first-day domestic advance bookings, contributing to an approximate Rs. 29.04 crores in total collections for the first day from advance bookings. The robust advance booking numbers reflect growing excitement, with 12.5 lakh tickets sold through advance bookings on a single Monday, including 1.74 lakh tickets specifically for advance bookings that day.
‘Dhurandhar 2’ is also poised to challenge the advance booking record of the 2023 family crime drama ‘Animal,’ starring Ranbir Kapoor. ‘Animal’ collected Rs. 29.25 crores through its first-day advance sales, and if ‘Dhurandhar 2’ surpasses this, it will secure a spot among the top 5 Hindi films with the highest first-day advance bookings in India. The original Hindi version has been a significant contributor, accounting for Rs. 19.27 crores solely from advance bookings. Despite strong competition from ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ in Telugu, the Telugu version of ‘Dhurandhar 2’ also garnered Rs. 40.56 lakhs through advance bookings.
Box Office Records Already Broken
Fans are commenting that achieving such revenue even before release is an extraordinary feat. With such strong momentum in advance bookings and high expectations already set, it remains to be seen how ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge‘ will further shatter existing records upon its release.
Looking Ahead
₹130 Cr pre-release for ‘Dhurandhar 2’ is an astonishing feat, signaling a monumental event. With such unprecedented momentum, the industry holds its breath. Will ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ truly shatter existing records and redefine Indian cinema’s global trajectory?
