The anticipation surrounding Dhurandhar: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh, has reached unprecedented levels even before its theatrical release. The film is already rewriting box office history with extraordinary advance booking numbers across premiere shows and opening day worldwide.
With paid premieres scheduled for March 18 and a grand theatrical release on March 19, the film has crossed a staggering ₹130+ crore in global pre-sales (including block seats). This makes it one of the biggest pre-release performers in Indian cinema history.
Massive Response to Premiere Shows (March 18)
The paid preview shows, held a day before the official release, have generated exceptional momentum across India.
- The film has collected ₹40.54 crore gross in advance bookings for premiere shows
- It now ranks among the highest-ever premiere advance bookings in Indian cinema
These numbers reflect not just immense fan excitement but also a large-scale release strategy, including premium formats and extensive screen allocation.
Opening Day Advance Booking (March 19) Gains Momentum
Advance booking for Day 1 is equally strong and continues to rise steadily.
- The film has already crossed ₹29.02 crore in advance sales
- Over 4.70 lakh tickets have been sold across more than 15,000 shows nationwide
With spot bookings yet to pick up fully, the film is expected to witness an explosive opening day. Notably, several ultra-early morning shows, including 2:30 AM and 5 AM screenings, have been added in major cities like Mumbai due to overwhelming demand.
Strong Overseas Performance Boosts Total
The film’s global appeal is clearly visible in its impressive international advance booking figures.
- Overseas weekend pre-sales stand at approximately ₹60 crore
- Key markets such as North America, the United Kingdom, and Australia are driving demand
This strong international response has significantly contributed to pushing the film past the ₹130 crore milestone.
₹130+ Crore Pre-Sales: A Benchmark Achievement
Combining premiere shows, opening day bookings, and overseas sales, Dhurandhar 2 has crossed ₹130+ crore in total advance booking. This places the film among the biggest advance booking performers of all time, putting it in direct competition with some of the biggest blockbusters in Indian cinema.
A Record-Breaking Opening on the Cards?
With such unprecedented pre-release numbers, the film is now aiming for:
- One of the biggest opening days in Hindi cinema history
- Entry into the all-time highest opening records
- A massive global opening weekend collection
The film’s extraordinary performance so far can be credited to its strong franchise value, star power, and a well-executed premiere strategy.
Conclusion
From ₹40.54 crore in premiere bookings to crossing ₹130+ crore in total pre-sales, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has already proven its blockbuster potential even before hitting theatres.
All eyes are now on March 19, as the film gears up for release. If current trends translate into actual footfalls, this could become one of the biggest openings Bollywood has witnessed in recent years.