Here’s a shocking revelation for Bollywood fans: 'Dhurandhar,' the blockbuster starring Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, has hit a staggering low at the box office on its 50th day. After a remarkable 50-day run, the film’s earnings plummeted to a mere Rs 55 lakh, marking its weakest performance yet—just as 'Border 2' made its grand debut. But here’s where it gets controversial: Is this the end of 'Dhurandhar’s' dominance, or can it still claw its way past the Rs 1,000 crore milestone? Let’s dive in.
Reaching the 50-day milestone is no small feat, but for 'Dhurandhar,' this achievement came with a bitter twist. The film, which had consistently raked in over Rs 1 crore, saw its collections nosedive, not only hitting its lowest overall mark but also its poorest Friday earnings. And this is the part most people miss: Despite this slump, the film’s total net earnings stand at an impressive Rs 831.5 crore, with a gross collection of Rs 997 crore. The question now is, can it muster one last surge to cross the coveted Rs 1,000 crore threshold?
Let’s break down its week-by-week performance:
- Week 1: Rs 207.25 crore
- Week 2: Rs 253.25 crore
- Week 3: Rs 172 crore
- Week 4: Rs 106.5 crore
- Week 5: Rs 51.25 crore
- Week 6: Rs 26.35 crore
- Week 7: Rs 13.9 crore
Since its release on December 5, 'Dhurandhar' has battled heavyweights like 'Avatar: Fire and Ash,' 'Ikkis,' and 'The Raja Saab.' However, it seems 'Border 2,' released on January 23, has emerged as its toughest competitor yet. The film’s gradual slowdown turned into a steep decline in Week 7, with collections dipping to just Rs 13.9 crore. Now, starting Week 8 with a meager Rs 50 lakh, can it defy the odds and set a new record?
Here’s a bold take: While 'Dhurandhar' has tied with 'Gadar 2' in the top 10, it’s still far from dethroning 'Stree 2,' which holds the record with Rs 4.55 crore in Week 8. But is this comparison fair, given the different genres and audience demographics? Weigh in below!
Globally, 'Dhurandhar' continues to impress, crossing Rs 294 crore at the overseas box office. Its worldwide total now stands at a staggering Rs 1,288.9 crore. Yet, the domestic slump raises a thought-provoking question: Has 'Dhurandhar' exhausted its appeal, or is there still untapped potential? Share your thoughts—do you think it can bounce back, or is its reign officially over?
