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Dhurandhar 2 Continues to Post Daily Theatrical Sales After JioHotstar Debut
Despite sliding into the digital realm on 4 June 2026, Ranveer Singh’s spy thriller Dhurandhar 2 is keeping the theatres humming. The film, which opened worldwide on 19 March 2026, is the second instalment in the Dhurandhar duology directed by Aditya Dhar.
Box‑office data shows the movie has raked in a net collection of ₹1,186.40 crore in India and a worldwide gross of ₹1,837.95 crore. With a production budget of ₹225 crore, the film has earned a profit of ₹961.4 crore, yielding a return‑on‑investment of 427.29 %. Overseas earnings total ₹438 crore.
Daily figures from the day of the OTT launch (Day 78) through Day 93 illustrate a steady pattern of 1–2 lakh rupees per day. On 4 June the film recorded ₹7 lakh net; the next five days (5–9 June) each saw ₹1 lakh. From 10–12 June the daily haul rose to ₹2 lakh, then to ₹3 lakh on 13–14 June, peaking again at ₹2 lakh on 15 June. From 16 June onward the daily collections settled between ₹1 and ₹2 lakh, with the Day 93 figure at ₹1 lakh.
Such persistence after a digital debut is rare in India, where most films experience a sharp drop once they appear on a streaming platform. Dhurandhar 2 defies that trend, continuing to generate revenue for 93 days in theatres.
The film’s commercial success is underscored by its standing as the second‑highest‑grossing Indian film of all time and the highest‑grossing Hindi‑language film domestically, according to industry reports. Its 229‑minute runtime places it among the longest Indian releases, and it was shot across Punjab, Maharashtra, and Thailand.
Narratively, Dhurandhar 2 follows an undercover Indian intelligence agent who infiltrates Karachi’s criminal syndicates while confronting political and security challenges. The story weaves in real‑world events such as Operation Lyari and the 2014 Indian general election.
The release strategy involved a theatrical window of roughly two and a half months before the JioHotstar launch—a move that reflects a broader trend of high‑budget Indian films moving to streaming services after a limited theatrical run.
Financial analysts point to the film’s profitability, with a margin exceeding 400 %, as a rare achievement for a film of its scale. The return on investment shows that revenue far surpassed production and marketing costs.
The sustained theatrical sales also signal enduring audience interest in the franchise, which began with the first Dhurandhar film in 2025. The sequel’s cast includes Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, and R. Madhavan.
Dhurandhar 2 demonstrates that a strong fan base can maintain theatrical revenue streams even after a digital release, challenging the industry’s expectation of a steep drop in box‑office receipts post‑OTT launch.
As of the latest data, the film’s theatrical run remains active, with daily collections hovering around ₹1–2 lakh. The next milestone will be the film’s final Day 94 collection, which will solidify its position in the all‑time box‑office rankings.
In summary, Dhurandhar 2 has achieved a rare combination of theatrical longevity and digital presence, generating over ₹1,800 crore worldwide while maintaining daily sales in theatres even after its JioHotstar debut.
Box‑office data shows the movie has raked in a net collection of ₹1,186.40 crore in India and a worldwide gross of ₹1,837.95 crore. With a production budget of ₹225 crore, the film has earned a profit of ₹961.4 crore, yielding a return‑on‑investment of 427.29 %. Overseas earnings total ₹438 crore.
Daily figures from the day of the OTT launch (Day 78) through Day 93 illustrate a steady pattern of 1–2 lakh rupees per day. On 4 June the film recorded ₹7 lakh net; the next five days (5–9 June) each saw ₹1 lakh. From 10–12 June the daily haul rose to ₹2 lakh, then to ₹3 lakh on 13–14 June, peaking again at ₹2 lakh on 15 June. From 16 June onward the daily collections settled between ₹1 and ₹2 lakh, with the Day 93 figure at ₹1 lakh.
Such persistence after a digital debut is rare in India, where most films experience a sharp drop once they appear on a streaming platform. Dhurandhar 2 defies that trend, continuing to generate revenue for 93 days in theatres.
The film’s commercial success is underscored by its standing as the second‑highest‑grossing Indian film of all time and the highest‑grossing Hindi‑language film domestically, according to industry reports. Its 229‑minute runtime places it among the longest Indian releases, and it was shot across Punjab, Maharashtra, and Thailand.
Narratively, Dhurandhar 2 follows an undercover Indian intelligence agent who infiltrates Karachi’s criminal syndicates while confronting political and security challenges. The story weaves in real‑world events such as Operation Lyari and the 2014 Indian general election.
The release strategy involved a theatrical window of roughly two and a half months before the JioHotstar launch—a move that reflects a broader trend of high‑budget Indian films moving to streaming services after a limited theatrical run.
Financial analysts point to the film’s profitability, with a margin exceeding 400 %, as a rare achievement for a film of its scale. The return on investment shows that revenue far surpassed production and marketing costs.
The sustained theatrical sales also signal enduring audience interest in the franchise, which began with the first Dhurandhar film in 2025. The sequel’s cast includes Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, and R. Madhavan.
Dhurandhar 2 demonstrates that a strong fan base can maintain theatrical revenue streams even after a digital release, challenging the industry’s expectation of a steep drop in box‑office receipts post‑OTT launch.
As of the latest data, the film’s theatrical run remains active, with daily collections hovering around ₹1–2 lakh. The next milestone will be the film’s final Day 94 collection, which will solidify its position in the all‑time box‑office rankings.
In summary, Dhurandhar 2 has achieved a rare combination of theatrical longevity and digital presence, generating over ₹1,800 crore worldwide while maintaining daily sales in theatres even after its JioHotstar debut.
