Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Roars Past Records Amid Spoiler Controversy and Fan Backlash

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has taken the internet and box office by storm—but not without controversy. Within hours of its paid previews, a key scene featuring Ranveer Singh went viral online, sparking widespread backlash over spoilers even as the film set new benchmarks in advance bookings and opening collections.

Viral ‘best scene’ clip triggers spoiler outrage

A short clip being widely circulated as the “best scene” from the film shows Ranveer Singh’s character Hamza confronting an injured terrorist while on a video call with R. Madhavan’s character, Sanyal.

The moment—considered a major emotional payoff—has quickly spread across social media, despite repeated requests from director Aditya Dhar and the film’s team to avoid sharing spoilers.

Fans reacted sharply:

“Please no spoilers… you are harming the experience,” wrote one user

“Pagal hai? Spoiler kyun de raha hai?” another commented

“Aray bhai ye sab to mat daalo. Sabka maza kharab hoga”

Some even urged the makers to take action against accounts sharing leaked clips, calling it disrespectful to the film’s effort and theatrical experience.

Actor backlash adds to controversy

The controversy extends beyond spoilers. Actor Vivek Sinha, who plays a terrorist in the film, faced online criticism after a provocative dialogue resurfaced from the franchise.

Clarifying the backlash, he stated: “My name is Vivek Sinha, and I am not a terrorist,” emphasizing that the line is part of the script and not reflective of his personal views.

Strong word-of-mouth and celebrity praise

Amid the controversy, the film has received strong endorsements from industry figures.

Allu Arjun described the film as “Patriotism with swag” and praised its “clap-trapping moments” and technical brilliance. Responding to the praise, Madhavan expressed gratitude, calling it a “special moment” in his career.

Early audience reactions have also highlighted:

• Intense and violent storytelling
• A gripping second half and impactful climax
• Ranveer Singh’s performance being called one of his best

Some viewers, however, noted the film’s extreme violence and long runtime as potential drawbacks.

Record-breaking box office performance

Despite leaks and screening issues, Dhurandhar 2 has opened to historic numbers.

Paid previews set new benchmark

• ₹43–44 crore net collected in India from previews
• Highest-ever preview collection for an Indian film
• Previous Bollywood record: ₹10 crore (Stree 2)

Opening day momentum

• ₹23.79 crore earned by early afternoon on Day 1
• Total already nearing ₹67 crore net within hours
• Expected to cross ₹100 crore net on opening day

Global performance so far

• ₹75 crore worldwide gross
• ₹52.75 crore from India
• ₹22.25 crore overseas

The film has already surpassed opening figures of major hits like Pathaan, Animal, and Stree 2, with only Jawan ahead—though trade analysts expect it to be overtaken.

Massive scale and release challenges

Released across over 12,000 shows, the film has seen:

• Record-breaking advance bookings (₹41 crore+ for Day 1)
• Over 14 lakh tickets sold on BookMyShow
• Strong performance in dubbed versions, especially Tamil and Telugu

However, the release was not without hiccups:

• Delays and cancellations in several regions
• Technical issues affecting dubbed versions
• Refunds issued for cancelled shows

Aditya Dhar publicly apologized, assuring audiences that issues were being resolved.

Legal action and anti-piracy measures

Ahead of release, the Madras High Court issued an interim injunction to prevent illegal streaming and broadcast of the film, aiming to protect its theatrical run from piracy-related losses.

A blockbuster run despite controversies

Backed by the success of its predecessor—which reportedly grossed ₹1300 crore worldwide—the sequel continues to dominate conversations across platforms.

From viral leaks and online outrage to record-breaking collections and celebrity endorsements, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has emerged as one of the biggest—and most talked-about—Bollywood releases of 2026.