Ranveer Singh's action epic, 'Dhurandhar,' continues its remarkable box office performance, captivating audiences well
into its third week. The film has already shattered numerous records and is now poised to achieve a significant
milestone in Indian cinema history. Fueled by strong ticket sales across India, 'Dhurandhar' is positioning Ranveer
Singh to potentially join Shah Rukh Khan and Prabhas as the only actors to have films grossing over ₹2,000 crore
'Dhurandhar' has already surpassed the ₹500 crore net mark in India, becoming only the 13th film to achieve this.
Industry trackers predict that the film is on track to exceed ₹1,000 crore at the global box office. If projections hold
true, Ranveer Singh will become only the third Indian leading actor to reach this benchmark, following in the footsteps
of Shah Rukh Khan and Prabhas, both of whom have multiple films in the ₹1,000 crore club.
Shah Rukh Khan boasts hits like 'Pathaan' and 'Jawan,' while Prabhas achieved the feat with 'Baahubali 2: The
Conclusion' and 'Kalki 2898 AD.' While Prabhas took several years to accumulate two ₹1,000 crore grossers, Shah Rukh
Khan managed back-to-back successes in 2023. Now, Ranveer Singh has the opportunity to potentially outpace both of them,
with 'Dhurandhar 2' already slated for release in March 2026. Given the current momentum and high anticipation for the
sequel, industry insiders speculate that 'Dhurandhar 2' also has the potential to cross the ₹1,000 crore milestone.
If these predictions materialize, Ranveer Singh could set a new record by delivering two ₹1,000 crore global grossers in
less than 120 days – an unprecedented achievement in Indian cinema. Notably, 'Dhurandhar' has reached these heights by
releasing exclusively in Hindi, unlike many other films that achieve similar success through multi-language releases.
Initially, 'Dhurandhar' was on track to become the fastest Hindi film to reach the ₹1,000 crore mark, surpassing Shah
Rukh Khan's 'Jawan,' which achieved this in 18 days. However, the release of 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' impacted
'Dhurandhar's' box office earnings during its recent weekend run. Despite this competition, 'Dhurandhar' remained a top
performer, grossing an impressive ₹95 crore, while 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' earned an estimated ₹66 crore.
The escalating competition at the Indian box office underscores the evolving landscape of the film industry. The rise of
pan-Indian films, coupled with the dominance of established stars, is creating a dynamic environment where records are
constantly being challenged and rewritten. Whether Ranveer Singh can ultimately surpass Shah Rukh Khan and Prabhas to
become the fastest actor to accumulate ₹2,000 crore remains to be seen, but 'Dhurandhar' has undeniably positioned him
as a major force in Bollywood's box office race.