The “Ranveer Singh Wave” shows no signs of receding. On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, Aditya Dhar’s spy-action epic Dhurandhar achieved the unthinkable. In just 19 days, it has overtaken the Hindi-language domestic lifetime collection of Shah Rukh Khan’s 2023 blockbuster Jawan, cementing its status as an “All-Time Blockbuster.”
The Record-Breaking Numbers
According to early estimates from industry tracker Sacnilk and trade analysts, the film’s domestic performance has crossed a massive milestone.
| Category | Dhurandhar (19 Days) | Previous Record (Jawan – Hindi) |
| India Net (Hindi) | ₹583.8 – ₹605.37 Crore | ₹582.31 Crore |
| Worldwide Gross | ₹901 Crore | — |
| Fastest to ₹500 Cr | 15-16 Days | 18 Days |
Trade Note: While Jawan’s total India net (including Tamil and Telugu) stands at ₹640.25 crore, Dhurandhar has already beaten its core Hindi performance. It has also surpassed the 2025 hauls of Chhaava (₹601.54 cr) and Kantara: Chapter 1 (₹622.43 cr) in the global market.
Day-Wise Breakdown: The Third Week Hold
What makes Dhurandhar an anomaly in the post-pandemic era is its reverse trending. The film’s second-week collections were higher than its first, and its third-weekend performance (₹99.7 cr) was nearly equal to its opening weekend.
- Week 1: ₹218.00 Crore
- Week 2: ₹261.50 Crore
- Third Weekend (Fri-Sun): ₹99.7 Crore
- Day 18 (Monday): ₹19.70 Crore (Lowest single day, yet rock-solid)
- Day 19 (Tuesday): ₹10.34 – ₹11.55 Crore (Early Estimates)
Crushing Global Competition
The film isn’t just dominating locally; it is currently “crushing” major international releases in the Indian market. On Tuesday, it recorded over 32% afternoon occupancy, significantly higher than James Cameron’s “Avatar: Fire and Ash”, which managed only ₹3.42 crore on the same day.
Why ‘Dhurandhar’ is a Cultural Phenomenon
Beyond the action, the film has sparked viral trends that have fueled ticket sales:
- The “Doodh Soda” Trend: A key scene featuring Gaurav Gera as a spy selling “Aalam Soda” in Karachi has gone viral on TikTok and Instagram Reels.
- Viral Dialogue: Ranveer’s line—“Darling Darling Dil kyu toda. Peelo peelo Aalam soda”—is currently the most-used audio for transitions in India.
- The “Don 3” Buzz: Industry insiders report that the unprecedented success of Dhurandhar has led to a strategic “pause” on Don 3, as filmmakers evaluate Ranveer’s now-astronomical box office pull.
The Road Ahead
With Christmas just two days away, trade experts predict a massive surge. The film is expected to cross the ₹1,000 crore worldwide mark by Sunday, December 28. Fans are already looking forward to the conclusion of the story in Dhurandhar 2, slated for March 19, 2026.