Dhurandhar Completes 50 Days in Cinemas as Box Office Run Slows
The Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna starrer Dhurandhar has completed 50 days in Indian cinemas, marking a significant milestone for the espionage thriller despite a visible slowdown in daily collections during its eighth week.
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film has emerged as one of the highest-grossing Hindi releases in recent years, driven largely by sustained audience interest and strong word of mouth rather than aggressive promotions.
Box Office Performance on Day 50
On its 50th day, Dhurandhar recorded its lowest single-day earnings so far, collecting approximately ₹55 lakh net across India. The dip coincides with a sharp reduction in screens and shows following the release of new competition at the box office.
Despite the slowdown, the overall India net collection of Dhurandhar stands at around ₹831 crore, an extraordinary figure for a film well past its opening weeks.
Week-by-Week Earnings Breakdown
The film’s box office journey has been defined by steady weekly collections rather than sharp spikes. According to figures reflected in the attached reports:
- Week 1 closed at over ₹207 crore
- Week 2 added approximately ₹253 crore
- Week 3 contributed ₹172 crore
- Week 4 brought in ₹106 crore
- Week 5 earned ₹51 crore
- Week 6 added ₹26 crore
- Week 7 collected close to ₹14 crore
This long-tail performance highlights the film’s ability to retain audiences even as newer releases entered theatres.
Impact of Reduced Screens and New Releases
By Day 50, Dhurandhar faced a substantial reduction in show counts across major markets. Cities such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru saw limited screenings, while several circuits were left with fewer than 50 shows per day.
The decline was largely attributed to the release of Border 2, which secured a dominant share of screens and audience attention. As a result, Dhurandhar experienced lower occupancy levels despite remaining interest in select regions.
Occupancy Trends Across the Day
On its 50th day, the film opened with single-digit morning occupancy before showing gradual improvement through the afternoon, evening, and night shows. However, overall occupancy remained lower compared to its earlier weeks, reflecting the natural lifecycle of a long-running theatrical release.
Worldwide Performance and Industry Impact
Beyond domestic markets, Dhurandhar has delivered an impressive global performance. Worldwide collections are estimated to be nearing ₹1,400 crore, placing the film among the top-performing Hindi titles internationally.
Trade analysts have noted that maintaining a 50-day theatrical presence in the current release environment is a rare achievement, particularly at a time when most films complete the majority of their business within the opening fortnight.
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What Lies Ahead for Dhurandhar
With its theatrical run approaching the final phase, Dhurandhar is expected to transition to digital platforms by the end of January. The makers have also confirmed that a sequel, titled Dhurandhar: The Revenge, is already in development, with promotional material expected to roll out in the coming weeks.
As it stands, Dhurandhar closes its theatrical chapter as one of the most commercially successful and enduring Hindi films of recent times, setting a high benchmark for content-driven box office longevity.
