Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, and Sanjay Dutt’s action thriller ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ is still holding its ground at the box office after two weeks of release. The film hasn’t set the screens on fire, but it’s managing steady collections across multiplexes and single screens.
First Two Weeks Show Mixed Results
By day 14, the movie has collected a respectable amount, though it hasn’t matched the opening weekend expectations. The film started with decent numbers but saw a typical weekday dip, a pattern common for action movies that don’t have massive opening momentum.
The three-actor combination promised a heavyweight clash on screen. Audiences came for the star power, but word-of-mouth hasn’t been strong enough to drive sustained collections. Metro cities have performed better than tier-2 towns, a telling sign about the film’s appeal.
What’s Working, What’s Not
The action sequences have drawn the audience, particularly the younger demographic who enjoy big-budget spectacle. Singh’s screen presence and the chemistry between the leads have been highlights that critics mentioned. However, the plot hasn’t impressed viewers enough to encourage repeat viewings or strong recommendations.
The weekends remain crucial. Collections typically spike on Fridays and Saturdays, then drop significantly on weekdays. Day 14 falls somewhere in this cycle, making it a pivotal period. If the second weekend shows growth, the film could reach a respectable total. If collections continue to slide, it might struggle to recover.
Industry watchers are watching whether the film can cross the ₹50 crore mark, which would be considered a moderate success for a Hindi action film. The film had a decent budget for marketing and production, so collections matter for profitability.
What Comes Next for the Film
The film’s fate largely depends on how it performs during the second weekend. Strong Friday collections could suggest positive word-of-mouth finally building up. A dull second weekend would indicate audiences have made their choice and won’t be returning.
The competition in multiplexes will also intensify as new releases arrive. This means ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ could lose screens if collections don’t justify the theater count. Regional films and smaller releases will fight for space.
For the actors, this is a learning moment. While one film’s underperformance doesn’t define careers, it highlights audience preferences. Action thrillers need either a gripping story or spectacular technical execution — sometimes both. Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, and Sanjay Dutt will likely look for scripts with stronger narratives for their next projects.
Whether this film recovers to become a decent earner or fades away, the next 7-10 days will be decisive. Keep watching the box office numbers — they’ll tell you if ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ can actually extract revenge on the competition.