Dhurandhar Franchise Achieves Historic Box Office Milestone

The Dhurandhar film franchise has made history by surpassing Rs 3000 crore globally, becoming the first Indian series to achieve this milestone. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the two-part series has outperformed previous blockbusters like Baahubali and Pushpa. With impressive earnings from both installments, Dhurandhar has redefined the Indian box office landscape. The films follow the thrilling journey of an Indian spy, played by Ranveer Singh, as he navigates the dangerous underworld of Pakistan. This article delves into the franchise's success, comparing it with other major films and exploring its impact on Bollywood's spy genre.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 15, 2026, 08:47 IST

Dhurandhar Films Surpass Rs 3000 Crore Globally

The Dhurandhar film series has made history by surpassing the Rs 3000 crore mark at the global box office. Directed by Aditya Dhar, this two-part franchise has set a new standard, becoming the first Indian film series to achieve this remarkable feat. The combined earnings of Dhurandhar (2025) and its sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026), have now exceeded Rs 3020 crore, outpacing previous hits like Baahubali and Pushpa. Notably, Dhurandhar is the only Indian franchise with two films each grossing over Rs 1000 crore.

Comparing Dhurandhar with Baahubali and Pushpa

Dhurandhar vs Baahubali, Pushpa

As reported by Sacnilk, the first installment of Dhurandhar grossed Rs 1307.35 crore, while the second part brought in Rs 1712 crore, totaling Rs 3019.35 crore. In contrast, Prabhas' Baahubali franchise earned Rs 650 crore for the first film and Rs 1788 crore for the sequel, summing up to Rs 2438 crore globally. Allu Arjun's Pushpa saw part 1 collect Rs 350.10 crore and part 2 reach Rs 1742.10 crore, totaling Rs 2092.20 crore.

The Theatrical Success of Dhurandhar

Dhurandhar's theatrical run

Produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Aditya Dhar, and Lokesh Dhar under Jio Studios and B62 Studios, the first part of Dhurandhar premiered in December 2025. The spy thriller quickly gained traction, becoming the highest-grossing Hindi film shortly after its release. It amassed over Rs 840 crore net (over Rs 1000 crore gross) and concluded its theatrical run with more than Rs 1300 crore, ranking as the fourth highest-grossing Indian film ever.

Dhurandhar 2 Breaks Records

Dhurandhar 2 turns a juggernaut

The sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, was released just four months after the first part and quickly began breaking records. It grossed over Rs 1700 crore worldwide, making it the highest-grossing Hindi film ever and the first to surpass Rs 1000 crore net in a single language at the Indian box office. The combined earnings of the Dhurandhar series have kept the box office buzzing, pushing the franchise past the historic Rs 3000 crore milestone.

Overview of the Dhurandhar Franchise

About Dhurandhar franchise

The Dhurandhar series follows the journey of Ranveer Singh's character, Hamza Ali Mazari, also known as Jaskirat Singh Rangi, who is an Indian spy infiltrating Pakistan to dismantle its criminal and terrorist networks. The action-packed films also feature notable actors such as Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, and others. The franchise has redefined Bollywood's spy genre with its innovative storytelling and outstanding performances.