Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios has confirmed that the narrative universe established by the film Dhurandhar is far from concluded. This statement, made in exclusive conversations, suggests further developments are planned for the franchise. While specific details remain undisclosed, the studio's intention to continue with Dhurandhar is set to build anticipation among its audience.
The initial Dhurandhar film, noted for its defiance of conventional commercial filmmaking tropes – including its 'A' rating, absence of a prominent A-list female lead, graphic violence, extended runtime, and ambitious two-part release – resonated strongly with audiences, achieving significant cultural and financial success. The franchise's commercial impact is substantial, with combined worldwide gross collections reported to exceed ₹3,100 crore, and specific figures for "Dhurandhar: The Revenge" reaching ₹1,788.32 crore by its 45th day, positioning it as the second highest-grossing Indian film globally.
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Details regarding the nature of these future endeavors – whether a third installment, a spin-off, or an expansion of the existing world – are being kept under wraps by Jio Studios and its production partner, B62 Studios.
Background: A Box Office Phenomenon That Challenged Norms
Dhurandhar, released theatrically on December 5, 2025, garnered mixed critical reception. Praise was directed towards its performances, direction, cinematography, action sequences, musical score, and production design. However, criticisms focused on its prolonged runtime and pacing. Commercially, the film was a notable success, crossing the ₹1,000 crore mark globally within three weeks. It emerged as the highest-grossing Hindi film in India and, at the time of its release, the second highest-grossing Hindi film worldwide. The film also holds the record for being the highest-grossing A-certified Indian film ever.
The film faced international distribution challenges, including a ban in several Gulf Cooperation Council countries, which reportedly led to an estimated loss of US$10 million in earnings. Despite an existing ban on Indian films in Pakistan, the movie allegedly saw significant pirated digital downloads there.
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Dhurandhar also courted controversy, partly due to its explicit political messaging and the blending of fictional elements with historical events, leading some commentators to label it as propagandistic. An incident at the 56th International Film Festival of India in Goa, where lead actor Ranveer Singh faced backlash for a perceived disrespectful mimicry of a sacred ritual, further added to public discourse surrounding the film.
A sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, was slated for theatrical release on March 19, 2026. This film continued the franchise's commercial trajectory, surpassing the worldwide collection of Baahubali: The Conclusion. The film's success in India reached ₹1,362.57 crore gross, with an additional ₹425.75 crore from overseas markets.
