As the cinematic calendar of 2025 draws to a close all eyes are on the explosive box office performance of Dhurandhar. The film has not only revitalized the action genre but has also placed Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna at the center of a historic commercial triumph. With the global box office currently sitting at approximately Rs 750 crore as of December 20 2025 the trajectory toward the Rs 1000 crore milestone is no longer a if but a when.
Surpassing industry giants and previous records
The financial journey of Dhurandhar has been nothing short of a demolition derby for previous records. Within its first two weeks the film bypassed the domestic benchmarks set by some of the biggest names in Indian cinema. It successfully overtook the second-week collections of Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan and Sunny Deol’s Gadar 2 showing a level of legs at the box office rarely seen in the post-pandemic era.

Furthermore it shattered the second-weekend record previously held by Allu Arjuns Pushpa 2: The Rule proving that its appeal transcends regional boundaries. By surpassing the lifetime global figures of films like Rajinikanths 2.0 Dhurandhar has cemented its place as one of the top five highest-grossing Indian films of all time.
THE BIG QUESTION: Can the upcoming week help Dhurandhar to reach its milestone?
The upcoming Christmas weekend serves as the final propellant; historical data suggests that holiday footfall in India and overseas markets can jump by 40-50%. If the film maintains its current grip on single screens while holding steady in multiplexes it is set to become the definitive blockbuster of 2025 marking a massive win for director Aditya Dhar.


The Battle with Avatar: Fire and Ash
The release of James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash on December 19 2025 has introduced a significant variable into the equation. Historically the Avatar franchise dominates high-end premium formats like IMAX and 3D which often carry higher ticket prices. While this has resulted in a reduction in screen count for Dhurandhar in major metropolitan cities the Ranveer Singh-starrer remains the preferred choice for mass audiences in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.

The clash is essentially a battle between Hollywood’s visual spectacle and Bollywood’s high-octane emotional drama. Trade analysts believe that because Dhurandhar has already established strong word-of-mouth it will continue to coexist with Avatar rather than being overshadowed by it.
More about Dhurandhar
Directed by the visionary Aditya Dhar Dhurandhar is a high-stakes espionage thriller that delves into the world of international intelligence and covert operations. Produced on a massive budget of Rs 280 crore the film has been lauded for its realistic action sequences sharp screenplay and powerhouse performances.

The movie features a stellar ensemble cast led by Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna supported by Sanjay Dutt R. Madhavan Arjun Rampal Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi all of whom bring immense depth to this high-octane intelligence drama. The film also boasts strong supporting cast including Gaurav Gera Danish Pandor Saumya Tandon and Naveen Kaushik who have been lauded for their impeccable performances.