📌 Key Points
- Dhurandhar Part 2 (March 2026) broke records, surpassing its predecessor’s lifetime collection within two weeks.
- The film garnered ₹1,782 crore worldwide and ₹1,113 crore net in India, becoming Bollywood’s first to cross ₹1,000 crore domestically.
- Yami Gautam emphasizes that Dhurandhar’s success proves the industry should prioritize strong scripts above all.
- Aditya Dhar, the filmmaker, remains “unaffected and extremely humble” despite the film’s monumental box office triumph.
Actor Yami Gautam recently shared insights on the monumental success of her husband Aditya Dhar’s film ‘Dhurandhar’. She emphasized that the film’s record-breaking run underscores the paramount importance of strong scripts in Bollywood, while also revealing Aditya’s remarkably humble nature amidst the triumph.
Dhurandhar’s Record-Breaking Box Office Performance
Filmmaker Aditya Dhar ’s two-part film Dhurandhar shattered box office records and earned praise from filmmakers, actors, and fans alike. In a recent interview with Grazia, Aditya’s wife, actor Yami Gautam , spoke about how the film’s success has pushed the industry to prioritise strong scripts. She also revealed whether their personal perspectives have changed following the film’s blockbuster run.
Yami Gautam on the Power of Strong Scripts
When asked if her and Aditya’s personal perspectives had changed after the film’s success, Yami said, “Nothing has changed us as people. That also comes from Aditya, and the kind of person he is, very unaffected and extremely humble. I’ve seen him through different phases; there are highs and lows and vulnerable phases, but it’s not like during that phase we expressed our frustration or let it out. Both of us are extremely thankful to God, for us spirituality is very important, we believe in the Almighty. Good things happen to good people. What’s meant for you may be delayed but never denied.”
Aditya Dhar’s Humble Reaction to Success
The second part, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, released in March 2026, lived up to fans’ expectations. It surpassed the lifetime collection of its predecessor within just two weeks. So far, the film has collected ₹ 1,782 crore worldwide and ₹ 1,113 crore net in India, becoming the first Bollywood film to cross the ₹ 1,000 crore mark domestically. The film also featured a cameo appearance by Yami Gautam.
Yami Gautam’s perspective highlights a crucial shift towards script-driven content in Bollywood, validated by ‘Dhurandhar’s’ unprecedented success. The couple’s grounded approach amidst such a massive achievement sets an inspiring example for the industry.
