Mumbai, Dec 6: Ranveer Singh’s new espionage drama Dhurandhar has stormed into theatres with a spectacular debut, delivering a much-needed surge in box-office momentum during the year’s final quarter.
The high-octane spy thriller posted an impressive opening across major national chains and urban markets.
Surpassing trade expectations, Dhurandhar collected a robust ₹27 crore net on its first day in India. The strong run carried into Saturday, with theatre occupancy seeing a steady rise. Morning shows registered an 18% turnout, up from Friday’s 15%, while afternoon shows climbed from 28% to 35%.
As per Sacnilk, the film had amassed ₹13.85 crore net domestically by 6 PM on Saturday, bringing its total India net collection to ₹40.85 crore.
Set in Pakistan, the film follows Ranveer Singh as an Indian intelligence operative who goes undercover within the notorious Lyari gangs. Inspired by real events and set in the early 2000s, the Aditya Dhar directorial features a powerful ensemble cast including Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R. Madhavan, with Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi in supporting roles.
