Dhurandhar 2 Surpasses Pathaan's UK Earnings and Sets New Box Office Records
Dhurandhar 2's Box Office Triumph
The film Dhurandhar 2, featuring Ranveer Singh, continues to dominate the box office both in India and abroad. This spy thriller has maintained impressive ticket sales more than a month after its theatrical release. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the movie has consistently attracted large audiences, achieving a remarkable box office performance beyond the typical peak period. Recent reports indicate that Dhurandhar 2 has surpassed the earnings of Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan in the UK, marking a significant achievement.
Dhurandhar 2 Outperforms Pathaan in UK Earnings
Dhurandhar 2 beats Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan in UK collection
Film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared on X (formerly Twitter) that Dhurandhar 2 has grossed approximately £4.388 million in the UK, slightly exceeding the lifetime earnings of Pathaan, which collected £4.380 million. This achievement is particularly noteworthy given the longstanding dominance of the Khan family in the film industry.
Record-Breaking Success in India and Worldwide
Dhurandhar's record breaking numbers in India, globally
The Dhurandhar franchise's success is not confined to a single region. Both the original film and its sequel have achieved remarkable global box office figures. Together, they have reportedly surpassed the ₹3000 crore mark worldwide, making it the first Indian franchise to reach this milestone, as per Sacnilk. This positions the series among the most commercially successful cinematic properties emerging from India in recent years.
Streaming Rights and Future Release
On the digital front, Dhurandhar 2 has secured a lucrative streaming agreement, with its rights acquired by JioHotstar for an estimated ₹150 crore, marking one of the largest OTT deals for a Hindi film. This is a shift from the first installment, which was released on Netflix. The film is anticipated to be available online between late May and early June, following the typical theatrical window.
Overview of Dhurandhar 2
About Dhurandhar 2
The sequel continues the saga of Jaskirat Singh Rangi, portrayed by Ranveer Singh, who transforms into the feared Hamza Ali Mazari. After defeating crime lord Rehman Dakait in the previous film, he ascends the ranks of Karachi’s underworld, earning the title 'Sher-e-Baloch.' Sara Arjun plays his wife Yalina, while R. Madhavan portrays Ajay Sanyal, who draws him into a perilous mission. The sequel delves deeper into his past as he faces formidable syndicates and strives to disrupt terror funding networks.