Directed by Aditya Dhar, the National Award-winning filmmaker behind Uri: The Surgical Strike, Dhurandhar has been generating steady anticipation since the launch of its high-octane trailer. The promo, which highlighted intense performances, striking physical transformations and adrenaline-driven sequences, positioned the film as one of the season’s biggest Hindi releases.
Solid Advance Booking Numbers Nationwide
According to data from industry tracker Sacnilk, Dhurandhar registered promising advance booking figures on Day 1.
The Hindi 2D version led the momentum with:
₹53.97 lakh gross collection
11,422+ tickets sold
Over 2,200 shows booked
The premium IMAX 2D format contributed an additional:
₹6.42 lakh gross
972+ tickets sold
With both formats combined, the film reached a nationwide ₹60.04 lakh in gross advance bookings across 2,313 total shows. Including blocked seats, early turnout numbers surged close to ₹2.14 crore, indicating strong interest ahead of release.
Trade analysts note that Dhurandhar is likely to see a sharp uptick in ticket sales closer to opening day, as word-of-mouth and star appeal kick in.
High Ticket Prices in Premium Cinemas Draw Attention
Premium cinema formats in Mumbai became a talking point as ticket prices for Dhurandhar climbed to some of the highest seen this year.
Earlier reports from NDTV and DNA India listed Maison INOX at Jio World Plaza, BKC, with the priciest ticket at ₹2,020 (including convenience fee).
However, updated data from BookMyShow shows the current highest-priced ticket is at:
INOX Insignia, Atria Mall, Worli
Base price: ₹1,903
Convenience fee: ₹70.80
Final cost: ₹2,000.80
The premium pricing signals strong confidence from exhibitors in the film’s box-office potential and its appeal among urban audiences.
A Star-Studded Ensemble Fuels Anticipation
Dhurandhar boasts one of the year’s most powerful ensemble casts, featuring:
Ranveer Singh
Sanjay Dutt
Akshaye Khanna
R. Madhavan
Arjun Rampal
The combination of these heavyweights has significantly boosted audience curiosity. The film promises a mix of drama, intrigue and action, anchored by Dhar’s distinct storytelling style.
A Promising Start Ahead of Release
With a strong first day of advance bookings, Dhurandhar appears poised for a commanding box office debut. Trade experts predict that the film may emerge as one of Ranveer Singh’s strongest openers in recent years if the current pace continues.
As theatres gear up for its December 5 launch, all eyes are now on whether Dhurandhar can sustain this momentum and translate its early buzz into a major box-office success.
