Dhurandhar: The Revenge Box Office Surpasses Rs. 1,000 Crore Global Milestone Aditya Dhar’s espionage thriller Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh as covert spy Hamza, has surged past the Rs. 1,000 crore global box office mark in just nine days, matching the pace of Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2. The sequel, which reimagines the origin story of Hamza, is now on track to surpass the Rs. 894.49 crore lifetime record of its 2025 predecessor. As of March 27, 2026, the film’s domestic net collection stands at Rs. 675 crore, with global earnings nearing Rs. 1,100 crore. The film’s performance has been exceptional, with collections remaining above Rs. 47 crore even on Day 7 and showing a positive trend on Day 9. Early live tracking for Day 9 indicates a net collection of Rs. 7.10 crore, pushing the total domestic net to Rs. 681.27 crore. The film’s ability to sustain high earnings through its ninth day places it among the top-grossing Indian films of all time. Day-wise collections reveal a strong trajectory: the film opened with Rs. 102 crore on Day 1, peaked at Rs. 114.85 crore on Day 4, and maintained steady numbers through Days 5–8, with Day 8 showing Rs. 0.75 crore. Despite its nearly four-hour runtime, the film has shattered mid-week records, positioning itself as a potential record-holder for the highest-grossing Indian film. The film’s cast includes Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, and Danish Pandor, with a runtime of 3 hours and 49 minutes. It was released in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu across India and simultaneously in international markets like the U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia, UAE, and Southeast Asia. The film is certified U/A by the CBFC.#ranveer_singh #allu_arjun #cbfc #dhurandhar_2_the_revenge #pushpa_2
Dhurandhar 2 Faces 6-Minute Runtime Cut And Violence Edits In India The highly anticipated action film Dhurandhar 2, starring Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, and R Madhavan, has undergone significant edits for its domestic release. According to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) report, the film’s runtime has been reduced by approximately 6 minutes compared to its overseas version. The domestic cut now runs for 3 hours, 49 minutes, and 36 seconds, while the original submission to the CBFC was 3 hours and 51 minutes. The board mandated four major visual violence cuts, including scenes of eye smashing, beheading, and head trauma with objects like cement blocks and hammers. The modifications, which involve reducing graphic violence, have sparked mixed reactions online. Critics argue that the cuts compromise the film’s intensity, with some users questioning the censorship board’s role in altering content. One commenter remarked, “Dhurandhar got 22 cuts... censor board, are you here to edit the film or the audience’s brain?” Others expressed frustration with the A-rated age restriction, noting that cut scenes in action sequences may dilute the film’s impact. A third user criticized the existence of the censor board, suggesting that ratings alone should suffice for adult audiences. The film’s certification report also highlights minor adjustments, such as correcting the subtitles for demonetization dates and replacing “Lahore” with “Delhi” in informational text. The makers submitted an official permission letter to the CBFC for using Prime Minister references and news footage, indicating efforts to comply with regulatory guidelines. Dhurandhar 2 is the sequel to the 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar, which became the highest-grossing film of that year and the top earner in a single language.#ranveer_singh #dhurandhar_2 #cbfc #arjun_rampal #r_madhavan
Blocked, censored, and pressured: The long history of Vijay films being stopped before they could reach his fans VijayActor-politician Vijay is still awaiting the release of his final film Jana Nayagan. The film has been stuck in certification limbo for nearly three months, with no official release date announced. This situation, while unprecedented, is not entirely new for Vijay, whose career has repeatedly faced political pressure, legal challenges, and last-minute certification hurdles before his films could reach audiences. In 2013, his film Thalaivaa was set for a global release on August 9. However, theatres in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry remained dark. The controversy stemmed from the film’s tagline, “Time to Lead,” which the AIADMK government, led by Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, reportedly viewed as a direct challenge to her leadership. Despite the backlash, the film eventually premiered internationally, though its domestic release was delayed. Four years later, Mersal faced scrutiny from the BJP in 2017. The party demanded the removal of scenes in which Vijay’s character criticized the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the Digital India initiative. The contentious scene depicted the character pointing out that Singapore charges just 7% GST and provides free healthcare, while India’s higher rates could not guarantee similar benefits. The film also encountered certification issues with the Animal Welfare Board of India, which initially refused a no-objection certificate over the use of animals in production. The Telugu dubbed version, Adirindhi, faced further delays at the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), where producers were asked to mute or delete the controversial dialogues. They chose to mute them, sparking outrage among fans who endured long silences in theatres.#kamal_haasan #vijay_actor_politician #aiadmk #j_jayalalithaa #cbfc
