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‘Dhurandhar’ Powers Past ₹150 Crore in India as Celebrities Cheer and Gulf Bans Reported

Industry buzz grows despite Gulf release rejections.

Overview

  • Dhurandhar crossed roughly ₹150 crore net in India within five days and has topped about ₹220 crore worldwide, with weekday holds signaling strong momentum.
  • Certification authorities in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE have not cleared a theatrical release, according to trade reports citing thematic concerns.
  • Akshay Kumar, Karan Johar and Madhur Bhandarkar posted glowing reviews, while Hrithik Roshan praised the craft but said he disagreed with the film’s politics, drawing online pushback.
  • Netflix has reportedly acquired streaming rights for both parts for around ₹130 crore, with an OTT window expected after the theatrical run though no date is announced.
  • The makers have confirmed a sequel, Dhurandhar 2, set for a March 19, 2026 theatrical release.