The "Ranveer Singh Wave" shows no signs of receding, even as it enters its third week amidst the IPL 2026 season.
The ₹1,000 Crore Domestic Milestone 🇮🇳
On Sunday, April 5 (Day 18), Dhurandhar 2 achieved what was once thought impossible for a standalone Hindi film:
The Record: It became the first Bollywood film to cross the ₹1,000 crore net mark in India.
The Speed: Reaching the milestone in just 18 days, it sits only behind Pushpa 2: The Rule (16 days) and significantly ahead of Baahubali 2 (30+ days).
Current Standing: As of Monday night (Day 19), the India net total stands at approximately ₹1,023.77 crore.
Global Dominance: The ₹1,600 Crore Club 🌍
The film's international performance has been equally staggering, particularly in North America where it became the first Indian film to cross $25 million:
Worldwide Gross: The tally has reached ₹1,622.72 crore (Gross).
Historical Context: It is now the 4th highest-grossing Indian film of all time, trailing only Dangal, Baahubali 2, and Pushpa 2. It has officially overtaken global giants like RRR, KGF: Chapter 2, and Jawan.
The Chetak Screen Awards "Sweep" 🏆
The film's commercial success was validated by critical acclaim at the Chetak Screen Awards 2026 held on April 5, where it won a staggering 14 trophies:
The Big Wins: Ranveer Singh (Best Actor), Aditya Dhar (Best Director), and Akshaye Khanna (Best Supporting Actor).
Technical Mastery: The film swept categories for Action, Cinematography, Background Score, Editing, and Sound Design, proving it to be a benchmark for high-end Indian production.
The Moment: Despite its massive sweep, the night saw a balanced recognition as 'Homebound' (directed by Neeraj Ghaywan) took home the Best Film trophy.
The "Dhurandhar" vs. The Legends
Rank Movie Worldwide Gross Verdict 1 Dangal ₹2,059 Crore All-time High 2 Baahubali 2 ₹1,800 Crore Next Target 3 Pushpa 2 ₹1,785 Crore Within Reach 4 Dhurandhar 2 ₹1,622 Crore Active (Day 19)
Industry Buzz: "Devotion, Not Just Work" 🎬
The film has received glowing reviews from across the board:
Anushka Sharma recently shared a tribute to her Dil Dhadakne Do co-star, calling Ranveer's performance "flawless" and praising Aditya Dhar for his "fiercely original" 4-hour-long vision.
South Indian Legends: Megastars like Rajinikanth, Allu Arjun, and Rishab Shetty have publicly celebrated the film for "reigniting the theater-going habit" on such a massive scale.
SantaBanta Verdict:
With no major competition in Week 4, Dhurandhar 2 is expected to comfortably eye the ₹1,700 crore mark. This isn't just a movie anymore—it's a cultural event that has redefined the power of a "Massy" Indian blockbuster.
