Aditya Dhar’s espionage thriller Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, continues its phenomenal run, crossing ₹1222 crore globally and closing in on SS Rajamouli’s RRR (₹1230 crore lifetime). Despite no release in the Middle East, the film’s overseas gross has hit $31.5 million, driven by an extraordinary performance in North America.
Stellar Domestic Performance
As of Day 33 (January 7, 2026), Dhurandhar has collected ₹781.75 crore net (₹938 crore gross) in India. Daily earnings have stabilized below ₹5 crore after five weeks, yet the film maintains strong holds against newer releases. Its sustained dominance underscores exceptional word-of-mouth and repeat viewership.
Overseas Breakthrough: North America Leads the Charge
Dhurandhar‘s overseas success is remarkable, especially without Middle East markets. The film’s North American gross reached $20 million (US and Canada combined) by Tuesday, surpassing:
- RRR ($15.3 million)
- Jawan ($15.6 million)
- Kalki 2898 AD ($18 million)
This makes Dhurandhar the second-highest-grossing Indian film ever in North America, hot on the heels of Baahubali 2: The Conclusion ($20.7 million) – the all-time record holder.
| Rank | Film | North America Gross (USD Million) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baahubali 2 | 20.7 |
| 2 | Dhurandhar | 20.0 |
| 3 | Kalki 2898 AD | 18.0 |
| 4 | Jawan | 15.6 |
| 5 | RRR | 15.3 |
On the Verge of More Milestones
With worldwide collections at ₹1222 crore, Dhurandhar is just ₹8 crore away from overtaking RRR‘s lifetime haul. Projections suggest it will match or surpass the mark by mid-week, positioning it as the 4th-highest-grossing Indian film ever.
Ranveer Singh’s powerful portrayal, combined with Aditya Dhar’s gripping direction and a stellar ensemble cast (Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan), has resonated deeply with audiences. The film’s blend of high-stakes action, emotional depth, and patriotic themes has fueled its historic overseas appeal, particularly among the diaspora in North America.
Dhurandhar is not just a box office winner – it’s redefining benchmarks for Hindi cinema on the global stage. With momentum still strong, all eyes are on whether it can dethrone Baahubali 2 in North America and climb higher in the all-time worldwide charts.