Ranveer Singh's film "Dhurandhar 2" has topped the U.S. and United Kingdom box office and is challenging one of the highest grossing records in Indian cinema [1].
The performance of the film highlights the growing global appeal of Indian cinema and the ability of high-budget productions to penetrate international markets. Its success in the UK serves as a benchmark for the reach of contemporary Bollywood cinema outside of South Asia [1].
Reports vary on whether the film has officially overtaken the worldwide gross of Baahubali 2, which stands at $188.8 million [1, 2, 3]. Some sources said the film has already beaten the record to become the second highest-grossing Indian film ever [2]. Other reports said the movie is still inching closer to breaking the historic milestone [3].
In India, the film continues to generate revenue approximately six weeks after its release [1, 3]. On its 40th day, the film earned Rs 1.05 crore on a Monday [1]. The previous day, a Sunday, saw earnings of Rs 3.25 crore [1].
These figures bring the total India net collection to date to Rs 1,131.64 crore [1]. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, has maintained a steady theatrical run through its sixth week [1, 3].
The surge in earnings is attributed to strong overseas performance and an expanding audience for Indian films globally [1]. While the domestic market remains a primary driver, the UK performance has provided a significant boost to its worldwide standing [1].
“Dhurandhar 2 has topped the United Kingdom box office.”
The competing reports regarding the $188.8 million threshold suggest a volatile reporting period as the film nears its 40th day. If Dhurandhar 2 officially surpasses Baahubali 2, it would signal a shift in the commercial ceiling for Indian cinema, proving that the global market can sustain record-breaking growth even after the initial release window.
