₹1,671 CRORE AND COUNTING: DHURANDHAR 2 IS A GLOBAL TITAN, BUT CAN IT TAKEDOWN DANGAL?

Ranveer Singh’s highly anticipated espionage thriller, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, hasn't just broken box office records it has completely rewritten the rulebook. As of April 10, 2026, the film has achieved undisputed all-time blockbuster status, grossing a staggering ₹1,671 crore–1,680 crore globally.

Yet, as the confetti settles, the Indian film industry is collectively holding its breath for one singular reason: the ghost of Dangal.

While Dhurandhar 2 has established an unprecedented dominion over the domestic market, Aamir Khan’s 2016 wrestling epic still holds the ultimate worldwide crown with its staggering ₹2,000+ crore lifetime collection, largely fuelled by its historic run in China.

The Tale of the Tape: Box Office Standings

To understand the magnitude of Dhurandhar 2's achievement and the massive hurdle that still lies ahead, here is how the numbers stack up:

The ₹400 Crore Mountain

Closing a ₹400 crore gap is no small feat, even for a film riding a wave of historic momentum. While Dhurandhar 2 has enjoyed a phenomenal first three weeks, the path to dethroning

Dangal faces several real-world obstacles:

• The Late-Stage Fatigue: Box office collections naturally taper off after the third weekend. Gathering ₹400 crore entirely from late-stage theatrical runs requires miraculous holds.

• The IPL Factor: With the cricket season in full swing, evening and weekend footfalls in the domestic Indian market are bound to take a hit.

• The Overseas Dependency: Dangal achieved its ₹2,000 crore milestone through a record-breaking release in non-traditional overseas markets. For Dhurandhar 2 to bridge the gap, it will need massive, sustained international expansion rather than just relying on domestic theaters.

"Dhurandhar 2 has pushed the boundaries of modern Indian action cinema, but beating Dangal requires lighting striking twice in international markets. It's an uphill battle, but if anyone has the energy to power through it, it's Ranveer Singh."

Ranveer's Unrivalled Era

Regardless of whether it ultimately claims the number one spot or comfortably settles at number two, Dhurandhar 2 has solidified Ranveer Singh’s position at the absolute pinnacle of Indian cinema.

The film has proven that high-octane spectacle, backed by star power and intense storytelling, can still draw audiences to theaters in earth-shattering numbers.

The coming weeks will be a thrilling watch for trade analysts.

Even if Dangal keeps its crown, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has already roared loud enough to be remembered for generations.