Hold on tight, because Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, is absolutely crushing it at the global box office! We're talking a staggering Rs. 200 crore (that's over $24 million USD) in just five days. But here's where it gets controversial... some are saying the real story is happening overseas.
Updated Dec 10, 2025 | 01:48 PM IST | 175K Views
(Image: Ranveer Singh in *Dhurandhar, courtesy of Jio Studios)*
Dhurandhar, the Ranveer Singh-led spy thriller, is proving its staying power with phenomenal weekday performance in international markets. On Tuesday alone, the film raked in approximately USD 875,000 overseas. That brings its total international gross for the first five days to a whopping USD 4.80 million, or roughly Rs. 43.25 crore. When you combine that with the approximately Rs. 163 crore it's earned in India (according to Pinkvilla's report), the worldwide box office total surges past the Rs. 200 crore mark, settling at an estimated Rs. 206 crore. This makes it one of Ranveer Singh's biggest global openers, and a major win for Bollywood on the world stage.
What's particularly impressive is that Dhurandhar actually outperformed its opening day numbers on Tuesday. And this is the part most people miss... When you look at actual ticket sales (admissions), the difference is even more significant, potentially rivaling, or even exceeding, the numbers from Saturday and Sunday, despite the fact that those were peak weekend days. The film has been battling high demand since its release. Several locations in Australia, Canada, and the United States reported near-capacity crowds for night showings on Tuesday, with occupancy rates hitting 90% or higher in many cinemas. This incredible demand is creating a substantial "spillover effect," resulting in exceptionally strong pre-sales for the coming days and extending all the way into its second weekend. This suggests word-of-mouth is spreading like wildfire.
Here's a breakdown of Dhurandhar's overseas box office collections by day:
Day | Gross
------- | --------
Friday | USD 750,000
Saturday | USD 1,200,000
Sunday | USD 1,250,000
Monday | USD 725,000
Tuesday | USD 875,000
Total | USD 4,800,000
Industry experts are predicting that Dhurandhar is on track to earn around USD 6.50 million in its first week internationally. Based on its current momentum, some analysts believe the film could potentially surpass USD 10 million, or come very close to it, by the end of its second weekend. Initially, a USD 10 million final total seemed optimistic after the opening weekend, but now it appears increasingly achievable. The film is definitely experiencing a surge in popularity, and it will be interesting to observe when its growth plateaus to accurately project its long-term performance. The upcoming holiday season towards the end of the month is also expected to provide a significant boost. This could potentially propel Dhurandhar to even greater heights.
Now, here’s a point that's likely to spark debate: While some reports suggest that the box office figures in India may be inflated due to "feeding" (bulk buying of tickets, possibly for promotional purposes), the overseas box office performance remains untainted. The genuine appreciation that Dhurandhar is receiving internationally and the phenomenon it's becoming are clearly evident. The film's success speaks for itself.
Here’s a look at the territorial breakdown of Dhurandhar's overseas earnings:
Territory | Gross
------- | --------
United States | USD 2,000,000
Canada | USD 965,000
Australia | USD 665,000
New Zealand | USD 100,000
United Kingdom | USD 610,000
Rest of Europe | USD 275,000
Rest of World | USD 185,000
OVERSEAS | USD 4,800,000
ALSO READ: Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh film goes UP on Tuesday despite no discounted tickets. (link to Pinkvilla article)
So, what do you think? Is Dhurandhar's international success a more accurate reflection of the film's quality than its domestic performance? Are inflated box office numbers in India becoming a common practice, and how does it affect the perception of a film's true success? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
