Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Challenges All-Time Premiere Records Set by Baahubali 2, Pushpa 2 and KGF 2

The upcoming action sequel Dhurandhar: The Revenge is generating extraordinary buzz ahead of its release and is already challenging the premiere show records set by some of the biggest blockbusters in Indian cinema.

With the growing importance of paid preview shows, premiere collections have become a key indicator of a film’s hype and opening potential. Early trends suggest that Dhurandhar 2 is witnessing explosive demand both in India and overseas markets.

Strong Domestic Premiere Momentum

The film has already crossed ₹24 crore gross in domestic paid previews, including blocked seats, making it one of the biggest premiere performers in Indian box office history.

At present, the film is trailing only behind Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, which still holds the all-time premiere record in India.

All-India Premiere Show Leaders

1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion — ₹30 crore
2. Dhurandhar: The Revenge — ₹24.20 crore
3. Pushpa 2: The Rule — ₹18.50 crore
4. KGF: Chapter 2 — ₹16 crore

The strong numbers show how quickly the Dhurandhar franchise has grown in popularity among audiences.

North America Premiere Sales Also Surging

The film is also performing well in overseas advance bookings. Current trends suggest that the North America premiere collection could cross $1.3 million, placing the film among the top premiere performers in the region.

North America Premiere Leaders

1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion — $4.30 million
2. Pushpa 2: The Rule — $3.00+ million
3. KGF: Chapter 2 — $1.71 million
4. Dhurandhar: The Revenge — $1.31 million (trending)

Although South Indian blockbusters continue to dominate the North American diaspora market, Dhurandhar 2 is emerging as one of the strongest Bollywood premiere performers in recent years.

Huge Growth From The First Film

The first installment, Dhurandhar, had a much smaller premiere performance. Compared to that, the sequel’s advance demand has increased dramatically.

Trade analysts estimate that the franchise has witnessed nearly ten-fold growth in premiere demand, highlighting the massive expansion of its fan base.

Can It Break Baahubali 2’s Record?

Even after several years, Baahubali 2 continues to hold the all-time premiere record in both India and North America. However, the current pace of advance bookings suggests that Dhurandhar: The Revenge could come close to that benchmark.

With strong buzz, high advance sales, and a rapidly growing fan following, the film is shaping up to be one of the biggest box office openings of the year.