Dhurandhar Storms into Elite Rs 1,000-Crore Club, Becomes 9th Highest Grossing Indian Film Worldwide
Ranveer Singh’s spy thriller achieves historic milestone in just 22 days, cementing its place among Indian cinema’s biggest blockbusters
Mumbai, December 27, 2025 — Ranveer Singh’s spy action thriller Dhurandhar has scripted history by crossing the Rs 1,000 crore worldwide milestone, becoming the ninth Indian film ever and the first of 2025 to enter this elite club. The Aditya Dhar-directed film has reached this landmark in just 22 days of its theatrical run, making it the second fastest Bollywood film to hit the milestone.
Produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, the film has emerged as a box office phenomenon despite being adult-rated, which typically limits audience reach. At the Indian box office, Dhurandhar has delivered massive numbers, emerging as the highest-grossing Bollywood film of all time with Rs 760+ crores gross. The film has also recorded exceptional business overseas, particularly in North America, where it has set new benchmarks for a Bollywood spy thriller.
According to the latest figures, Dhurandhar has grossed Rs 809.33 crore domestically and Rs 217.60 crore overseas for a worldwide gross of Rs 1,026.93 crore. The film continues its dream run, powered by strong word of mouth and repeat viewership.
The Elite Rs 1,000-Crore Club: Complete List
With Dhurandhar‘s entry, the exclusive Rs 1,000-crore club now comprises nine films. The complete list includes: Dangal, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, Pushpa 2, RRR, KGF: Chapter 2, Kalki 2898 AD, Jawan, Pathaan, and Dhurandhar.
1. Dangal (2016) — Rs 2,051 crore
Aamir Khan’s sports drama remains the highest-grossing Indian film of all time, with unprecedented success in China contributing significantly to its worldwide total.
2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017) — Rs 1,810 crore
S.S. Rajamouli’s epic fantasy became the first Indian film to cross the Rs 1,000-crore mark, achieving the milestone in a record 10 days.
3. Pushpa 2 (2024) — Rs 1,800 crore
Allu Arjun’s sequel dominated the box office as the third-highest-grossing Indian film.
4. RRR (2022) — Rs 1,300-1,387 crore
Rajamouli’s action drama featuring Ram Charan and Jr. NTR became a global phenomenon.
5. KGF: Chapter 2 (2022) — Rs 1,200-1,250 crore
Yash’s Kannada blockbuster set new records across multiple languages.
6. Kalki 2898 AD (2024) — Rs 1,054 crore
Nag Ashwin’s sci-fi epic starring Prabhas became 2024’s biggest Indian hit.
7. Jawan (2023) — Rs 1,148 crore
Shah Rukh Khan’s dual-role action thriller marked his triumphant return.
8. Pathaan (2023) — Rs 1,050 crore
Another Shah Rukh Khan starrer that became one of 2023’s biggest hits.
9. Dhurandhar (2025) — Rs 1,026+ crore (still running)
The newest entrant, still collecting at the box office with potential to climb higher.
Trade Reaction and Box Office Trajectory
Industry analysts predict that Dhurandhar could climb further up the list as it continues its theatrical run. The film is expected to soon overtake Kalki 2898 AD to become the eighth highest-grossing Indian film globally.
At the domestic box office, Ranveer Singh’s film has garnered Rs 668.8 crore net, which is approximately Rs 789.18 crores in gross total. Combined with overseas earnings, the spy thriller shows no signs of slowing down despite new releases entering theatres.
The film’s success is particularly noteworthy as it represents a resurgence of the spy-action genre in Bollywood. Featuring an ensemble cast including Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Sara Arjun, Dhurandhar has resonated with audiences across demographics.
A sequel is already in the works and will arrive in theatres on March 19, 2026, capitalizing on the immense goodwill generated by the first installment.
For Ranveer Singh, this marks his first entry into the Rs 1,000-crore club and establishes him firmly among Bollywood’s top box office draws. Director Aditya Dhar, known for his earlier success with Uri: The Surgical Strike, has once again demonstrated his ability to create commercially successful content that strikes a chord with the masses.
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