Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar Day 9 Collection Rewrites History, But Is This The Peak?

In a turn of events that has left trade pundits and exhibitors in a state of disbelief, Ranveer Singh’s espionage thriller Dhurandhar has not just performed; it has erupted.

Dhurandhar Box Office Collection Day 9

On its second Saturday (Day 9), the film registered a colossal Rs 58.1 Crore (Early Estimate) net collection in India.

Dhurandhar Day Wise Collection

Dhurandhar 09 Days Box Office Collection All Languages (Net Collection)

Day	Box Office	% Change
Day 1 (05 December 2025)	₹28 Crore	–
Day 2 (06 December 2025)	₹32 Crore	+14.29%
Day 3 (07 December 2025)	₹43 Crore	+34.38%
Day 4 (08 December 2025)	₹23.25 Crore	-45.93%
Day 5 (09 December 2025)	₹27 Crore	+16.13%
Day 6 (10 December 2025)	₹27 Crore	0%
Day 7 (10 December 2025)	₹27 Crore	0%
First Week Total Net	₹207.25 Crore
Day 8 (10 December 2025)	₹32.5 Crore	+20.37%
Day 9 (10 December 2025)	₹58.1 Crore	+81.5%
Total Net Collection	₹297.85 Crore	–

Note: Numbers derived from current box-office data, trade sources, distributors and ticketing platforms; cross-checked with partners and updated regularly. See our Methodology Page.

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This figure is not merely a number; it is a statement. While the industry expected a jump from the second Friday, a surge of this magnitude suggests a paradigm shift in audience consumption patterns. The question on everyone’s mind is no longer whether Dhurandhar is a hit, but rather: how high is the ceiling?

The Unbelievable Surge: Decoding the Rs 58.1 Crore Phenomenon

To understand the gravity of this Rs 58.1 Crore figure, we must look at the trajectory. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, had already established a strong foothold during its first week. However, the second Friday (Day 8) hinted at consolidation with a collection in the range of Rs 30-32 Crore.

Historically, a “super-hit” trend sees a Saturday jump of 40% to 50%. Dhurandhar, however, has defied gravity with a massive 81.5% growth from Day 8 to Day 9.

This anomaly suggests two critical factors at play:

1. The “FOMO” Factor: The word-of-mouth has transitioned from “good movie” to “cultural event,” driving fence-sitters to theaters in droves.
2. Capacity Expansion: Exhibitors likely increased show counts overnight to accommodate the spillover demand from Friday, a rare occurrence for a film in its second week.

Collecting Rs 58.1 Crore on the ninth day is a feat that even the biggest openers of the last decade struggled to achieve on their opening days. It indicates that the film has penetrated beyond the metro multiplexes into the Tier-2 and Tier-3 mass belts, where Ranveer Singh’s acceptance has often been volatile.

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Ranveer vs Ranveer: A Statistical Massacre of Past Records

To truly appreciate this performance, we must strip away the hype and look at the raw data compared to Ranveer Singh’s last three significant theatrical releases. The difference is not just in volume; it is in the momentum.

We are comparing Dhurandhar (Day 9) against the estimated Day 9 performance and overall trajectory of his previous outings: Singham Again (2024), Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023), and Cirkus (2022).

Movie	Day 9 Collection (Est.)	Context	Comparison with Dhurandhar (58.1 Cr)
Dhurandhar (2025)	Rs 58.1 Cr	Solo Lead	Benchmark
Singham Again (2024)	~Rs 18.5 Cr	Ensemble/Cameo	+214% Growth
Rocky Aur Rani… (2023)	~Rs 11.5 Cr	Solo Lead	+405% Growth
Cirkus (2022)	< Rs 1.0 Cr	Solo Lead	Infinite Growth (Day 9 > Cirkus Lifetime)

1. The Comparison with Singham Again (2024)

While Singham Again was a box office juggernaut, it was a Rohit Shetty universe film where Ranveer played a significant role but shared screen time with Ajay Devgn and others. That film collected an estimated Rs 18-20 Crore on its second Saturday. Dhurandhar, riding solely on Ranveer’s shoulders (supported by a strong cast but led by him), has tripled that number. This signals that Ranveer’s solo pull has finally eclipsed his franchise cushioning.

2. The Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023) Gap

Karan Johar’s directorial was a hit, collecting roughly Rs 11.5 Crore on its second Saturday. Dhurandhar has collected nearly 5x that amount on the same day. The percentage growth of 405% highlights a shift in genre preference. Audiences are clearly prioritizing high-octane, scale-driven cinema over standard romantic dramas in the post-2024 era.

3. The Cirkus (2022) Reality Check

Perhaps the most brutal statistic is this: Dhurandhar’s single-day collection of Rs 58.1 Crore significantly exceeds the entire lifetime collection of Cirkus (~Rs 35 Crore). This marks the complete erasure of the “slump” narrative that plagued the actor post-2022.

What Does This Mean for the Movie and the Actor?

For the Movie: A Rs 58.1 Crore second Saturday effectively guarantees entry into the Rs 500 Crore Club, and likely puts the Rs 600 Crore milestone within striking distance. The “drop” usually seen on second Mondays will now be irrelevant; the film has banked enough cash in one day to survive a 70% weekday drop and still emerge as a Blockbuster. The film is no longer competing with 2025 releases; it is chasing the all-time records set by Jawan and Animal.

For Ranveer Singh: This is a critical “correction” of his market value.

• Star Power Redefined: Ranveer has often been called a “Director’s Actor.” This number proves he is now a “Box Office Monster” capable of pulling numbers irrespective of the director’s brand alone (though Aditya Dhar is a strong brand).
• Genre Domination: After success in romance and comedy, conquering the “Spy/Action” genre with these numbers solidifies his versatility. He is now arguably the most bankable star for high-budget actioners outside of the older Khans.

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Opinion

While the trade is celebrating, I view this number with a mix of awe and caution. A Rs 58.1 Crore day in the second week is euphoric, but it also highlights the extreme volatility of the Indian box office. We are moving towards a “Winner Takes All” market. The gap between a “Hit” (collecting 10 Cr/day) and a “Monstrous Hit” (collecting 58 Cr/day) is becoming dangerously wide.

For Ranveer Singh, this is the validation he desperately needed. He has silenced the critics not with a whimper, but with a roar that will echo until his next release. However, the industry must be careful not to set this as the new normal. 

Dhurandhar is an exception, a lightning strike. Expecting every big-budget film to replicate a 58 Crore second Saturday is a recipe for future disappointment. For now, let’s just admire the madness.