After the historic, record-shattering run of Aditya Dhar’s spy-thriller Dhurandhar, all eyes are now on its massive sequel. While the first installment redefined the limits of Bollywood’s reach, Koimoi’s latest box office analysis suggests that Dhurandhar 2 is not just aiming for a hit—it is aiming for global dominance with a potential target of ₹1500 crores.
The “Dhurandhar” Foundation: A Worldwide Monster
To understand the ₹1500 crore ambition, one must look at the unprecedented success of the first part. As per Koimoi, Dhurandhar has concluded its theatrical journey as an All-Time Blockbuster, leaving behind a massive trail of records:
- Worldwide Gross: The film amassed a staggering ₹1353.16 crores globally.
- Domestic Net: In India, it surged to ₹893.36 crores, becoming the highest-grossing Bollywood film of all time.
- Overseas: It earned nearly ₹300 crores internationally, joining an elite league of Indian films.
Why ₹1500 Crores is Within Reach for Dhurandhar 2
According to Koimoi, several factors contribute to the sequel’s potential to hit the ₹1500 crore mark:
- Massive Opening Potential: Even in a clash scenario (with Yash’s Toxic), Dhurandhar 2 is expected to earn ₹60 crore+ on Day 1 in India. If the clash is avoided, it could challenge the all-time opening records of giants like Animal and Salaar.
- Pan-India Expansion: Unlike the first part, which earned primarily from its Hindi version, the sequel will have a full Pan-India release in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. This expansion is expected to add a significant chunk to the domestic total.
- The Franchise Goodwill: The first film’s extraordinary word-of-mouth and its successful run on OTT have created a “sequel hype” that Koimoi describes as “insane.”
| Milestone Target | Predicted Figure (Worldwide Gross) |
| Realistic Target | ₹1000 – ₹1200 Crores |
| Optimistic Target (Extraordinary WOM) | ₹1500 Crores |
| Target to Beat Baahubali Franchise | ₹1090+ Crores (Sequel alone) |
Ranveer Singh: The New Box Office King?
The analysis highlights that Ranveer Singh has staged one of the greatest comebacks in Indian cinema. With a current post-pandemic total of ₹1134.5 crores, he has already toppled Ranbir Kapoor.
However, Koimoi notes a catch: even if Dhurandhar 2 hits ₹1500 crores and Ranveer surpasses Shah Rukh Khan’s cumulative post-COVID total (₹1415.64 cr), SRK will still maintain a 100% success ratio compared to Ranveer’s 40%. Nonetheless, in terms of sheer volume, Ranveer Singh is set to become the most successful post-COVID star.
Battle for the #1 Franchise
Currently, the Baahubali franchise holds the crown for the highest-grossing Indian movie franchise at ₹2450 crores. With the first Dhurandhar contributing ₹1353 crores, the sequel only needs to earn ₹1097 crores to make Dhurandhar the No. 1 Indian Movie Franchise of all time.
Note: These projections are based on current market hype and box office trends analyzed by Koimoi. The final results will depend on the film’s content and its performance during the Eid 2026 window.
Do you believe Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar can pull off the impossible and touch the ₹1500 crore mark? Let us know in the comments!