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The box office battle between ‘Bhooth Bangla’ and ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ remains intense, with both films continuing to draw audiences in theatres. Akshay Kumar’s ‘Bhooth Bangla’ has crossed the Rs 100 crore mark in its second week, while Ranveer Singh-starrer ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ is still performing strongly even in its sixth week. According to Sacnilk, ‘Bhooth Bangla’ earned Rs 10.75 crore on its second Saturday from 9,266 shows. With this, the film’s total India gross reached Rs 120.10 crore, while its India nett stood at Rs 100.90 crore. The horror-comedy had collected Rs 84.40 crore nett in its first week in India and Rs 135.45 crore globally. On its seventh day, it made Rs 5.15 crore, showing a steady trend during weekdays after a strong opening weekend. Meanwhile, ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ continues its impressive run. On its 38th day, the film collected around Rs 2.95 crore, taking its India nett total to Rs 1,127.14 crore, Sacnilk reported. The two films also show different audience trends. ‘Dhurandhar 2’ saw high occupancy between 54 percent and 76 percent in its early days, but this has now dropped to single digits. In contrast, ‘Bhooth Bangla’ recorded weekday occupancy between 12 percent and 20 percent, with better turnout on weekends. Earlier, Akshay Kumar said both films cater to different audiences. He described ‘Dhurandhar’ as a film for adults, while ‘Bhooth Bangla’ is aimed at families and children. "There are different kinds of films being made. Dhurandhar is a great film, I've seen it. This (Bhoot Bangla) is a different film. Dhurandhar is an adult film, this (Bhoot Bangla) is for kids and families. When we made this film, we didn't look at what the current trend is. We rather looked at whether the story was good or not, and accordingly, we made this film. We never thought about the trend," he told PTI in an interview.

The Hindi film Dhurandhar 2 has broken a series of box office records within just one month of its release, setting new benchmarks both in India and globally. Released on March 19, with paid previews starting a day earlier, the film made a strong impression even before its official opening. It earned around Rs 43 crore from previews alone, the highest ever in India, signalling massive audience interest. The film also recorded the highest advance booking in history, selling nearly 925,000 tickets across national cinema chains ahead of release. On its opening day, the film collected Rs 102.55 crore nett in India, the biggest-ever Day 1 figure for a Hindi film. Of this, the Hindi version contributed Rs 99.10 crore, marking the highest single-day collection for a Hindi-language movie. Including previews, the domestic Day 1 total reached Rs 145.55 crore. Globally, the film earned about Rs 236.63 crore on its first day, making it one of the biggest worldwide openings for an Indian film. The strong momentum continued over the opening weekend, with total earnings of Rs 674.17 crore nett in India, among the highest ever. By the end of the first week, the film had collected around Rs 745 crore domestically, the highest first-week total for a Bollywood film, with the Hindi version alone contributing over Rs 546 crore. The film maintained steady earnings in the following weeks, with its third-week performance ranking among the strongest for Hindi cinema. In terms of milestones, the film became the fastest Hindi movie to cross Rs 500 crore, achieving the feat in just six days. It crossed Rs 800 crore within 11 days and went on to surpass Rs 1,000 crore in India by Day 18, becoming the first Hindi film to reach that mark. Dhurandhar, the first instalment of the franchise, had collected around Rs 840 crore in its lifetime, a figure the sequel surpassed within just 11 days. Internationally, the film also performed strongly, crossing Rs 1,000 crore globally within a week. Overseas collections exceeded Rs 260 crore early on and went past Rs 400 crore by the end of the first month. The film also set a unique record by becoming the highest-grossing Indian movie excluding the Gulf and China markets, with global earnings crossing Rs 1,700 crore within weeks. By the end of its first month, the film’s India nett collection had crossed Rs 1,100 crore, making it the highest-grossing Hindi film in the country. Worldwide, the film’s total earnings have reached over Rs 1,700 crore, placing it among the top three highest-grossing Indian films of all time and close to challenging long-standing records.   With inputs from NDTV    

Ranveer Singh’s action-packed spy thriller Dhurandhar 2, helmed by Aditya Dhar, continues its record-breaking run at the box office. Current Performance On day 17, the film earned Rs 25.65 crore in India, pushing its domestic net total to Rs 985.02 crore. Globally, it has reached Rs 1,165.37 crore. It has also become the highest-grossing Indian film in North America, overtaking S. S. Rajamouli’s Baahubali 2: The Conclusion. Box Office Breakdown The film collected Rs 674.17 crore in its first week and Rs 263.15 crore in the second. Day 16 brought in Rs 21.55 crore, marking a 17.8% jump from the previous day. Day 11 stood out with Rs 68.10 crore, the highest single-day total in its second week. According to Sacnilk, the sequel surpassed the lifetime collection of the original film (Rs 840.20 crore) in just 11 days—far quicker than the 100+ days taken by the 2025 release. It has also outperformed Jawan and KGF Chapter 2 during their second-week runs. The movie is playing in 9,979 theaters across India. On day 17, language-wise earnings were: Hindi (Rs 13.54 crore), Telugu (Rs 0.39 crore), and Tamil (Rs 0.30 crore). Story Overview The film follows Jaskirat Singh Rangi, a Punjabi man dealing with personal loss. He is recruited by R&AW and transformed into Hamza Ali Mazari, a lethal undercover operative in Karachi. Blending espionage fiction with real-life references like the 2014 elections, the 2016 demonetization, and the renaming of Chakki Bank station to Pathankot, the narrative adds a layer of realism. Cast Ranveer Singh headlines the nearly 3-hour-49-minute (229-minute) U/A-rated film, widely considered one of his finest performances. Sanjay Dutt plays SSP Chaudhary Aslam, while Arjun Rampal appears as Major Iqbal, the ISI antagonist. Source: NDTV    

The luxury watches in ‘Dhurandhar 2’ are more than just accessories they reflect the personalities, power, and worlds of the characters. From rugged field-ready timepieces to high-end statement pieces, each watch is carefully chosen to convey style, status, and intention. Hamza Ali Mazari’s collection spans extremes. For high-power moments, he sports the ‘Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. 126503’, a 40 mm two-tone Oystersteel and yellow gold chronograph with a golden dial, tachymeter bezel, and 72-hour power reserve. Priced around Rs 18–22 lakh, it signals wealth and authority, even if it slightly predates the film’s timeline. On the battlefield, he switches to the ‘Casio G-Shock GA-100-1A1’, a shock-resistant, water-resistant, analog-digital watch built to endure extreme conditions, priced at Rs 7,500–9,500. A simpler G-Shock variant also features in his rotation, highlighting the character’s mix of practicality and occasional flair. Jameel Jamali favors the ‘Rolex Day-Date ‘President’, a pure power watch crafted from 18 ct yellow gold, with a fluted bezel, President bracelet, and day-date display. Marketed at Rs 44 lakh+, it mirrors Jameel’s flashy and authoritative persona, symbolizing influence and prestige. Uzair Baloch, meanwhile, opts for functionality over flash with the ‘Casio G-Shock Mudmaster GG-1000-1A3’, designed for harsh environments. Shock-proof, mud-proof, water-resistant up to 200 metres, and featuring a compass and thermometer, this watch, priced around Rs 70,000–75,000, fits the chaotic, survivalist edge of Uzair’s world. Whether it’s Rolex luxury or G-Shock toughness, ‘Dhurandhar 2’ uses watches to deepen character storytelling. Each wrist accessory becomes a statement—highlighting status, personality, and the tension between glamour and grit. Source: NDTV

Ranveer Singh’s latest film ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ continued its strong run at the box office, collecting over Rs 575 crore in India within six days of release. The film earned Rs 56.55 crore on Tuesday, taking its total domestic collection to Rs 575.67 crore (net), according to trade tracker Sacnilk. The gross collection in India stood at around Rs 687.43 crore. Internationally, the film has already crossed Rs 231.57 crore, pushing its worldwide gross collection close to Rs 919 crore. The Hindi version contributed the largest share on Tuesday with Rs 52 crore, while the Telugu version added Rs 3.10 crore, continuing strong regional support. The film opened with Rs 102.55 crore on March 19, followed by Rs 80.72 crore on March 20 and Rs 113 crore on March 21. On March 22, it earned Rs 114.85 crore across 21,633 shows in India. Collections dipped to Rs 65 crore on the first Monday after release. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh said the film is also performing well overseas despite restrictions in Gulf countries. It has been released on about 3,000 screens abroad  one of the widest overseas releases for a Hindi film. Earlier, paid previews on March 18 earned Rs 43 crore from 12,735 shows despite some cancellations. Director Aditya Dhar apologised for technical issues affecting certain regional shows, saying the team was working to ensure smooth screenings. Source: NDTV

Director Aditya Dhar says he is not worried about a possible ban on his upcoming film ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ in Pakistan. The action film, starring Ranveer Singh, is scheduled to hit theatres on March 19, with paid preview shows beginning on the evening of March 18. Dhar, who has directed only two films so far, has already gained wide recognition in India. He began his career as an assistant director under filmmaker ‘Priyadarshan ‘and also worked as a lyricist before establishing himself as a director and producer. He currently runs B62 Studios with his brother Lokesh Dhar. His first film, ‘Uri: The Surgical Strike’ (2019), was based on India’s military response to the 2016 Uri attack carried out by Pakistan-based militants. The film, starring Vicky Kaushal, became a major box-office success and won four National Film Awards, including Best Director for Dhar and Best Actor for Kaushal. It also earned awards for Best Audiography and Best Music Director, with composer Shashwat Sachdev returning for the ‘Dhurandhar’ franchise. Responding to questions about a potential ban in Pakistan, Dhar said it does not concern him. According to the filmmaker, if Pakistani audiences watch the film, they will understand that it does not target the people of Pakistan but speaks only against terrorism. “If viewers trust us and watch the film once, they will realise it says nothing against the Pakistani public. It only speaks against terrorism,” he said. Despite restrictions, the first ‘Dhurandhar’ gained significant attention in Pakistan. Pirated DVDs reportedly sold for about Rs16, while the film saw more than two million illegal downloads in the country within 12 days of its release. When the film later arrived on Netflix in January, it reportedly became the platform’s top title in Pakistan. Source: NDTV

Music rights for Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the upcoming sequel starring Ranveer Singh, have been acquired by T-Series, marking a shift from Saregama, which handled the soundtrack of the first film. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar 2 is scheduled for theatrical release on March 19, 2026. The makers on Tuesday unveiled the film’s first poster, confirming T-Series as the official music label for the sequel. Industry insiders say the soundtrack is expected to be a major commercial success. “It’s a massive, chart-topping album, and the response from those who have heard it so far has been extremely positive,” a source close to the project told The Hollywood Reporter India. Another source added that the album will once again feature a wide range of songs, maintaining the genre diversity of the first film while expanding its overall scale. “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” team wanted Arijit not Sonu Nigam": Mallik In addition to the music deal, JioHotstar has secured the digital streaming rights for the film, reportedly outbidding Netflix. According to sources quoted by India Today, the sequel has generated strong pre-release buzz and has already been labelled a potential blockbuster by trade analysts. The film sees Ranveer Singh in the role of Hamza Ali Mazhari, an Indian intelligence operative who has entrenched himself in Pakistan’s underworld after eliminating dreaded gangster Rehman Dakait. However, his rise draws the attention of Major Iqbal, a shrewd and ruthless ISI strategist known as Bade Sahab, setting the stage for a high-stakes confrontation. Dhurandhar 2 features an ensemble cast including R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal and Sara Arjun. It is the second installment in a planned two-part franchise centred on espionage, terrorism and intense action. #With inputs from NDTV