Ranveer Singh’s much-anticipated action thriller Dhurandhar continues its extraordinary run at the box office. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the multi-starrer has become one of the most talked-about releases of the season, achieving historic numbers within its first five days. With powerful performances, strong word of mouth and a wave of viral social media trends, the film has now overtaken the lifetime collections of two major Akshay Kumar releases — a milestone that marks a significant moment in its theatrical journey.

A Strong Multi-Starrer With Massive Buzz

Dhurandhar brings together an impressive ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh in the lead, paired on-screen with Sara Arji. The film also features R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal and Akshaye Khanna, each bringing depth and weight to the storyline.

Akshaye Khanna’s entry as the notorious dacoit ‘Rehman’ has become a breakout moment among audiences. Several memes, reels and fan edits featuring his character have flooded social media platforms, adding to the film’s pop-culture momentum.

This growing online buzz has translated into strong theatrical performance, helping the film race past the ₹100-crore mark within just four days.

Day 5 Box Office: Early Estimates Show Another Record-Breaking Day

According to early estimates from Sacnilk, the film collected ₹8.27 crore in India by 4 PM on Day 5. With this, Dhurandhar has reached a total domestic net collection of ₹134.52 crore. The final figure is expected to rise further after night shows, given the consistent occupancy and audience interest.

Crossing ₹100 crore in four days is an achievement in itself, but what makes Day 5 special is the list of films the movie has now surpassed.

Watched #Dhurandhar, and what an explosive, thrilling ride it was! It’s a tense, gripping spy thriller that had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. After a long time in a film, all the actors looked like the characters they portrayed, bringing realism and authenticity…

— Madhur Bhandarkar (@imbhandarkar) December 7, 2025

Two Akshay Kumar Films Overtaken in Just Five Days

With its five-day performance, Dhurandhar has already exceeded the lifetime box office totals of two recent Akshay Kumar releases:

• Sky Force – ₹113.62 crore

• Jolly LLB 3 – ₹117.5 crore

These milestones highlight the film’s strong acceptance among audiences nationwide and the impact of positive word of mouth.

The next box office targets in sight for Dhurandhar are:

• Ayushmann Khurrana’s Thama – ₹134.78 crore

• Aamir Khan’s Sitare Zameen Par – ₹167.46 crore

If the current pace continues, the film is likely to cross these benchmarks within the coming days.

Madhur Bhandarkar Praises Dhurandhar: Calls It Tense, Thrilling and Powerfully Performed

Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar has also shared his opinion on Dhurandhar, describing it as a gripping and intelligently crafted spy thriller. He praised Aditya Dhar’s direction and highlighted the performances of the entire cast.

Ranveer Singh’s high-energy screen presence, along with impactful performances from Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan and Sara Arji, earned special appreciation from the acclaimed director.

However, it was Akshaye Khanna who stood out the most. Bhandarkar wrote that Khanna “stole the show entirely as a dangerous crime lord — a true masterclass in acting.” His portrayal has already become one of the film’s biggest talking points and is being widely hailed as one of his finest performances in recent years.

What’s Next for Dhurandhar?

With growing footfall, strong critical response and thriving audience buzz, Dhurandhar is expected to maintain its lead through the week. If the film continues at this pace, it could emerge as one of the biggest commercial successes of the year.

The upcoming weekend will be crucial in determining whether Dhurandhar can break into the top tier of 2025’s highest-grossing films.