Sandalwood

4 hrs ago

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Kiara Advani's First Look In Yash-fronted Toxic Unveiled: The Gangster Drama Re-Confirms Release Date

Mumbai, December 21 - The makers of superstar Yash-fronted Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups have unveiled the first look of Kiara Advani as Nadia, the female lead in one of the most awaited gangster dramas in Indian cinema. The poster presents the actress in a striking, commanding avatar, hinting at a character that carries both elegance and intensity. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Styled against a grand, theatrical backdrop with dramatic lighting, Kiara appears central to the film's dark and stylised narrative. The visual suggests a blend of glamour and menace, reinforcing the film's promise of a gritty yet visually rich storytelling approach. Headlined by Rocking Star Yash, Toxic is being mounted on a lavish scale and is expected to showcase the actor in a raw, mass-heavy gangster avatar. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film marks a significant collaboration, with expectations riding high on its unconventional tone and global appeal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Along with the first look reveal of the female lead, the makers have also once again confirmed the film's release date as March 19, 2026, putting an end to speculation around possible delays. Backed by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic is being positioned as a pan-Indian spectacle with international sensibilities. With the movie sticking to its release date, it will be clashing with one of the most hyped Bollywood films of the year, Dhurandhar 2, starring Ranveer Singh. The first part of Aditya Dhar's directorial has been a big blockbuster and is set to finish the year with 1000+ crores gross, the only Indian film of 2025 to reach the milestone. Introducing Kiara Advani as NADIA in - A Toxic Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups#Toxic #ToxicTheMovie @advani_kiara #GeetuMohandas @RaviBasrur #RajeevRavi #UjwalKulkarni #TPAbid #MohanBKere #SandeepSadashiva #PrashantDileepHardikar #KunalSharma #SandeepSharma #JJPerry @anbariv"¦ pic.twitter.com/27aRe1GGVg— Yash (@TheNameIsYash) December 21, 2025 Stay tuned...

Hollywood

8 hrs ago

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Avatar Fire and Ash Box Office: The Sci-Fi Epic Tops 50 Crore Gross In 2 Days In India

Mumbai, December 20 - James Cameron's long-awaited sci-fi spectacle Avatar: Fire & Ash, the third instalment in the blockbuster franchise, opened to an underwhelming response at the Indian box office. The film collected 23.25 crore ($2.6 million) on its opening day, which is nearly half of what Avatar: The Way of Water earned on Day 1 in India in 2022. The film's opening day box office potential was cut short by Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, which is currently dominating the box office. Fire & Ash needed a big jump on its second day to remain competitive. While the figures are well below the franchise's previous benchmark, the film did manage a decent growth of around 15% on Saturday, offering some relief. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) There were doubts whether the film could register an upward trend after its not-so-good start, especially with Dhurandhar continuing its rampage at the box office, and it did. According to early estimates, Avatar: Fire & Ash earned in the range of 27 crore on Day 2, pushing its total India gross past the 50 crore mark. In comparison, Avatar: The Way of Water had amassed 100 crore within its first two days in India, placing the latest instalment about 50% behind at the same point. The opening weekend is now expected to close at around 75+ crore gross, a respectable figure by conventional standards, but undeniably underwhelming considering the legacy and expectations attached to the Avatar franchise. Stay tuned...

Bollywood

16 hrs ago

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Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-fronted Becomes The Second Fastest To Hit 500 Crore Net In Hindi

Mumbai, December 20 - Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar continues its historic march at the box office, entering the historic 500 crores net club in Hindi and becomes the fastest outright Bollywood film of all-time to do so. The Ranveer Singh-fronted spy actioner hit the milestone on its 16th day. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar is the second fastest Hindi movie to reach the milestone, bettered only by Allu Arjun-fronted Telugu blockbuster Pushpa 2 - The Rule, which set the record by crossing 500 crore net in 11 days. Among the Bollywood films, superstar Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan was previously the fastest, with 18 days taken to breach the milestone. The achievement further cements Dhurandhar's status as one of the biggest theatrical phenomena in recent years. The film has displayed extraordinary momentum, especially during its second week. Strong weekend surges, packed theatres across mass circuits, and sustained urban footfalls have powered the film past the landmark figure at a better pace than other Bollywood titles. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film has struck a chord with audiences nationwide, thanks to the powerful performances and intense narrative. Word of mouth has remained consistently strong, translating into repeat viewership and exceptional holds on weekdays, a key factor behind the film's rapid climb to 500 crore net. With this milestone, Dhurandhar also becomes the first film of Ranveer Singh to enter the 500 crores net club, surpassing his previous biggest blockbusters by a considerable margin. The film's dominance at the domestic box office has been mirrored overseas as well, where it continues to post robust numbers. S. No. Movie Days Taken To 500 Cr Net (Hindi Net)Total Hindi Net 1 Pushpa: The Rule "“ Part 2 11 Days (552.1 Cr) 812.00 2 Dhurandhar 16 Days (517.25 Cr) 517.25 3 Jawan 18 Days (505.94 Cr) 582.25 4 Stree 2 22 Days (503.25 Cr) 598.00 5 Chhaava 23 Days (503.3 Cr) 585.75 Note: All collections are in Indian Rupees (INR) and in crores. Stay tuned...

Bollywood

20 hrs ago

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From Animal to Dhurandhar: Sandeep Reddy Vanga Reviews the 214 Minute Spy Epic; Calls it Dominant and Fierce

In a significant nod from one powerhouse filmmaker to another, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the director behind the global blockbusters Animal and Kabir Singh, has showered high praise on Aditya Dhar's latest spy-action thriller, Dhurandhar. Known for his unapologetic style of filmmaking and masculine storytelling, Vanga took to social media to share his thoughts on the film, which has been making waves for its gritty realism and high-octane action. In a tweet that has since gone viral, Sandeep Reddy Vanga described Dhurandhar as a film that carries a masculine spine and moves with dominance and fierce. Vanga, whose own film Animal redefined the landscape of A-rated Indian cinema, lauded the film's clarity and lack of chaos, stating: DHURANDHAR is built like a man who doesn't talk much & carries a masculine spine.... The title fits because the film moves with dominance and fierce. The depiction is very clear with zero chaos. Music, performances, screenplay & direction are on the top. He specifically highlighted the performances of the leads, noting that Akshaye Khanna and Ranveer Singh erased into air and just disappeared into characters effortlessly. He concluded by thanking director Aditya Dhar for allowing audiences to experience the true weight of untold sacrifices. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) DHURANDHAR is built like a man who doesn"™t talk much & carries a masculine spine.... DHURANDHAR The title fits because the film moves with dominance & fierce. The depiction is very clear with zero chaos. Music, performances, screenplay & direction are on the top. #AkshayKhanna"¦— Sandeep Reddy Vanga (@imvangasandeep) December 20, 2025 The association between Animal and Dhurandhar started long before Vanga's review. When the first trailers for Dhurandhar dropped, cinephiles quickly drew parallels between the two. Epic Runtimes: Much like Animal's 3-hour-21-minute odyssey, Dhurandhar boasts a massive runtime of 214 minutes (3 hours and 34 minutes). The A Factor: Both films received an Adult (A) certificate from the CBFC for their raw violence and intense themes. Hyper-Masculinity: While Animal focused on a volatile father-son dynamic, Dhurandhar applies a similar hyper-masculine lens to the world of international espionage and RAW operations. Dhurandhar has officially cemented its status as a Box Office Monster. After completing its first 14 days in theaters, the film has shown incredible holding power, particularly in the mass circuits. As of the end of its second week, the film's domestic performance is record-breaking, with an India Net Collection of ₹460.5 Cr and an India Gross Collection of ₹552.5 Cr. Its dominance isn't limited to the home turf; the film has raked in ₹158 Cr from Overseas markets, bringing its total Worldwide Collection to a staggering ₹710.5 Cr. While Dhurandhar initially trailed slightly behind Animal's historic opening weekend, its masculine spine and strong word-of-mouth have given it extraordinary legs. Heading into its third week, the momentum remains red-hot. Early estimates for Day 15 (2nd Friday) suggest a collection of ₹22.50 Cr, indicating that the film is poised for a massive third weekend that could see it challenging Animal's lifetime worldwide gross of ₹915 Cr.

Hollywood

20 hrs ago

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Avatar Fire and Ash Box Office: James Cameron's Epic Opens To Half of Avatar Way of Water's Collection In India

Mumbai, December 20 - James Cameron's highly-awaited sci-fi action adventure Avatar: Fire & Ash debuted at the Indian box office on December 19, but it couldn't ignite fire on its opening day, landing 50% less than its predecessor, Avatar: Way of Water. Back in 2022, Way of Water had a monstrous start at the Indian box office, grossing close to 50 crores in all versions. Fire and Ash was carrying good hype and was expected to land in the same range, which didn't happen. Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar proved to be a big obstacle as it continued its blockbuster on the third Friday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As per early estimates, Avatar 3 has grossed approximately 23.25 crores ($2.6 million) on its opening day at the Indian box office. While the numbers are no means less for a foreign title, it is definitely underwhelming for the franchise, considering the immense popularity it has generated over the years, and also for director James Cameron. The initial word of mouth for the film is decent, but as said, it is up against a volcano like Dhurandhar, which is clearly overshadowing other titles at the moment. Fire & Ash is expected to see some momentum over the weekend, but it will be tough for it to see bigger jumps due to Dhurandhar. Stay tuned...

Bollywood

21 hrs ago

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Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh eyes history; Set to join Shah Rukh Khan and Prabhas in the elite 1000Cr Club

The Indian box office is currently witnessing a storm named Dhurandhar. The Ranveer Singh starrer has been on a record-breaking spree since its release, and if the current trajectory is any indication, we are looking at the birth of a new box office Emperor. Ranveer Singh is now on the verge of joining an elite club that currently only features two names: Shah Rukh Khan and Prabhas. After a thunderous opening week, Dhurandhar has maintained a rock-solid grip over the weekdays. As of its 13th day, the film has already crossed massive milestones. The film's total collection stands as follows: India Net Collection: ₹437.25 Cr India Gross Collection: ₹524.5 Cr Overseas Collection: ₹150 Cr Worldwide Total (13 Days): ₹674.5 Cr On Day 14 (its second Thursday), early estimates suggest the film earned another ₹23 crore in India. This takes the worldwide total to approximately ₹700 crore within just two weeks. With no major competition in sight for the next few days, the ₹1000 crore mark is no longer a question of if, but when. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Currently, the elite 2,000 Crore Club for Indian leading men is a strictly exclusive group featuring only two names: Shah Rukh Khan, who dominated 2023 with the back-to-back massive hits Pathaan and Jawan, and Prabhas, who reached the milestone with the historical Baahubali 2: The Conclusion and the sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD. However, with Dhurandhar currently on a record breaking rampage and poised to comfortably cross the ₹1,000 crore mark globally, Ranveer Singh is officially on track to become the third actor to enter this prestigious league. With the sequel, Dhurandhar 2, already scheduled for a March 2026 release, Ranveer is not just joining the club but is set to create a new historical record by delivering two ₹1,000 crore grossers in the shortest timeframe ever seen in Indian cinema. What makes Ranveer's journey even more significant is the release strategy of the franchise. While SRK and Prabhas took months or years between their ₹1000 crore hits, Ranveer Singh is looking at a back to back record. With Dhurandhar 2 scheduled to hit screens in March 2026"”just 3.5 months after the first installment the trade is buzzing with the possibility of the sequel also crossing the ₹1000 crore mark. If this happens, Ranveer will become the first Indian actor in history to deliver two ₹1000 crore films in less than 120 days. The success of Dhurandhar has cemented Ranveer Singh's position as a massive pan-India draw. The film's performance with its steady run in the Hindi belt, suggests that the Dhurandhar brand is now one of the biggest IPs in Indian cinema. All eyes are now on how quickly the film reaches the ₹1000 crore milestone and how big the hype for Dhurandhar 2 grows as we approach the March 2026 release. Stay tuned to this space for more box office updates.

Kollywood

1 day ago

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Avatar: Fire and Ash Box Office:James Cameron's Epic Registers Massive Advance Sales

James Cameron's highly anticipated visual spectacle, Avatar: Fire and Ash, has officially hit the big screens today, December 19, 2025. As expected from the global franchise, the third installment is witnessing an extraordinary response at the Indian box office. According to trade analyst Taran Adarsh, the film has registered phenomenal advance bookings, recording some of the highest advance sales figures of the year. The film has seen a massive surge in digital ticket sales, particularly on BookMyShow . Reports indicate that over 1.85 lakh tickets were sold on the platform within a single 24-hour window alone. For its opening day, the film has surpassed the 3 lakh tickets mark in advance sales, putting it in the elite league of openers in 2025. Avatar: Fire and Ash Advance Booking Highlights: Total Advance Tickets Sold: Over 3 Lakhs BMS Sales (Within 24 Hours): 185k+ tickets Opening Weekend Tickets Sold: 6.5 Lakhs+ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film is receiving a wide release across India, catering to a pan-India audience in six languages. With over 6.5 lakh tickets already sold for the first weekend, the film is expected to dominate premium formats like IMAX, 4DX, and 3D, which are already seeing high occupancy across major metros. While the domestic box office is currently busy with the historic run of Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, Avatar: Fire and Ash is poised to carve out its own record-breaking space. Given the massive advance sales, the film is set for a thunderous Day 1 opening, especially in the South Indian markets and high end urban centers.

Bollywood

1 day ago

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Dhurandhar Box Office Day 15 Estimates: The Spy Actioner Begins Third Weekend With Exceptional Hold

Mumbai, December 19 - Ranveer Singh-fronted spy actioner has kicked off its third weekend with an exceptional hold, scoring in the range of the second Thursday collection. The film is in the territory of insanity, where it is shattering records for fun on day wise basis. According to early estimates, the Aditya Dhar's directorial is heading to score 22-23 crores net collection on its third Friday (Day 15). Needless to say, it is the biggest third Friday ever in Hindi, beating Chhaava's 13 crores net by a massive margin of around 70%. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar practically had no major competition in the second week, but it was welcomed by James Cameron's Avatar: Fire & Ash, the third instalment of the Avatar franchise, which has had a strong box office history in India. However, even Cameron failed to stop Dhurandhar's juggernaut, and is likely to remain the number 1 movie this weekend as well. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The total collection of the film stands at around 482 crores net in 15 days, set to enter the 500 crores net club by tomorrow to become only the 9th film of all-time to hit the mark in Hindi. The third weekend is expected to be in the range of 80 crores net, which will be a record third weekend in Hindi. As reported earlier, Dhurandhar is almost locked for 700+ crores net, especially given the long holiday period ahead. It needs to be seen if it can go on to beat Pushpa 2: The Rule's 800+ crores net and become the biggest Hindi net grosser, once this holiday period is over. Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1 day ago

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Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-starrer Ends Glorious Run In IMAX With 15+ Crore Gross Collection In India

Mumbai, December 19 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy action thriller Dhurandhar has completed its two weeks of theatrical run in IMAX on December 18, before James Cameron's Avatar: Fire & Ash has taken all the IMAX screens in India and worldwide. Starring Ranveer Singh, Dhurandhar has had a blockbuster run in IMAX screens across India. In its two-week window (14 days), the film scored approximately 16.50 crores gross, making it one of the highest-grossing films in IMAX in India. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Reportedly, Dhurandhar is the highest-grossing Indian film in IMAX in India, beating Yash-fronted KGF: Chapter 2, which minted approximately 15.50 crores domestically. The success of Dhurandhar in the premium format isn't a surprise, as it is a kind of film which has a big screen appeal. Dhurandhar is having a dream run at the box office, already grossing over 550 crores in India and 700+ crores worldwide in just 15 days. The movie is heading towards breaching the 1000 crores milestone, and is very much certain to achieve the feat with the long Christmas and New Year holidays in sight. Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1 day ago

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Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh Starrer Overtakes Dangal; Now 7th Highest-Grossing Bollywood Film Of All-Time (Hindi Net)

The Ranveer Singh-led actioner Dhurandhar is currently on a record-shattering spree.As of its 14th day, the film has officially entered the elite All-Time Top 10 Highest-Grossing Bollywood Films (Hindi Net) list. By collecting an estimated ₹460.25 Cr Hindi Net in just two weeks, Dhurandhar has comfortably surpassed the lifetime collection of Aamir Khan's Dangal (₹374.43 Cr Hindi Net). It is now the 7th highest-grossing original Hindi film in history. All-Time Top 10 Bollywood Films (Hindi Net): Stree 2 (2024): ₹597.99 Cr Chhaava (2025): ₹ 585.7 Cr Jawan (2023): 582.31 Cr Gadar 2 (2023): ₹525.70 Cr Pathaan (2023): ₹524.53 Cr Animal (2023): ₹ 502.98 Cr Dhurandhar (2025): ₹460.25 Cr (Current Run - 14 Days) Dangal (2016):₹ 374.43 Cr Sanju (2018):₹ 342.57 Cr PK (2014): ₹340.80 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar has achieved the 7 spot in record time, displacing legendary blockbusters like Dangal, Sanju, and PK. After a historic 14-day run of ₹460.25 Cr (Hindi Net), the film has now entered its high-stakes third week. While it faces a massive clash with the Hollywood titan Avatar starting today, the Dhurandhar wave remains formidable. Given the current momentum and heavy advance bookings, the film is set to breach the elusive ₹500 crore Hindi Net milestone within this weekend. Once this mark is crossed, it will officially begin its hunt to dethrone Ranbir Kapoor's Animal and the spy-epic Pathaan, with all eyes set on becoming the highest-grossing original Hindi film of all time by the end of the Christmas holidays.

Bollywood

1 day ago

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Dhurandhar Box Office Collection 14 Days: Ranveer Singh film hits 460 Cr; Eyes massive 500 Cr milestone on Day 15

Ranveer Singh's latest action spectacle, Dhurandhar, is rewriting history at the Indian box office. After a phenomenal opening week, the film has maintained a sensational grip in its second week, emerging as the highest-grossing Hindi film in Week 2, comfortably overtaking the previous records held by biggies like Pushpa 2 (Hindi). As the film enters its third week today, all eyes are on the massive ₹500 crore India Net milestone, which is expected to be breached by the end of the day. Dhurandhar has shown unprecedented stability during the weekdays. On its 14th day (second Thursday), the film collected an estimated ₹23.00 crore net in India, taking its two-week total to a humongous level. Dhurandhar: 14-Day India Net Collection Breakdown Week 1 Total: ₹ 207.25 Cr Day 8 (2nd Friday): ₹ 32.5 Cr Day 9 (2nd Saturday): ₹ 53 Cr Day 10 (2nd Sunday): ₹ 58 Cr Day 11 (2nd Monday): ₹ 30.5 Cr Day 12 (2nd Tuesday): ₹ 30.5 Cr Day 13 (2nd Wednesday): ₹ 25.5 Cr Day 14 (2nd Thursday): ₹ 23.25 Cr Total India Net (14 Days): ₹ 460.5 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As of Day 14, the worldwide collection of Dhurandhar has crossed the ₹700 crore mark. With a strong overseas contribution of ₹150+ crore and an India gross of approximately ₹550 crore, the film is now eyeing the elite ₹1000 crore club globally. India Net: ₹460.25 Cr India Gross: ₹552.5 Cr Overseas: ₹ 158 Cr Worldwide Gross: ₹710.5 Cr Starting today (Day 15), Dhurandhar faces competition from the Hollywood giant Avatar, which is expected to take up a significant chunk of premium screens (IMAX/4DX). However, trade analysts suggest that the Dhurandhar Wave is too strong to be derailed. With the Christmas vacation period beginning this weekend, the film is expected to see a massive jump on December 24 (Christmas Eve) and December 25 (Christmas Day). The trend indicates that reaching the ₹600 crore India Net milestone will be a cakewalk for the film before the New Year begins. By overtaking the second-week collections of Pushpa 2, Dhurandhar has proved its long-term theatrical legs. If the film maintains this momentum, Ranveer Singh will soon become the third Indian actor (after Shah Rukh Khan and Prabhas) to have a ₹1000 crore worldwide grosser to his name.

Bollywood

1 day ago

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Ram Gopal Varma Hails Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar as a Quantum Leap In Indian Cinema

Mumbai, December 19 - Veteran filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has heaped high praise for director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, calling the Ranveer Singh"“led film nothing less than a "quantum leap in Indian cinema." In a long post, RGV stated that Dhurandhar is not merely a film, but a transformative cinematic event that has the power to change the future of Indian cinema across both the North and South industries. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to Varma, Aditya Dhar has "completely and single-handedly" altered the cinematic landscape with Dhurandhar. He emphasised that the film's achievement goes far beyond scale, delivering a vision that is experienced not only visually, but psychologically. In his words, Dhar does not simply direct scenes - he engineers states of mind, immersing both characters and audiences into the film's world. The Satya director noted that Dhurandhar does not request the audience's attention, but commands it. From its very first shot, the film establishes an irreversible momentum, transforming viewers from passive spectators into accomplices to the unfolding events on screen. He described the film as unapologetically aggressive, refusing to be polite or comforting in its storytelling. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Praising the writing and staging, RGV said the screenplay cuts with precision, while the film's silences are as lethal as its thunderous sound design. He highlighted Dhar's mastery over narrative pressure, explaining that the power of Dhurandhar lies not in loudness, but in the gradual compression of tension - like a coiled spring that snaps with operatic brutality. On performances, Varma pointed out that the characters are not designed to be liked, but to linger long after the audience leaves the theatre. He applauded the film's confidence in trusting viewers to read emotional scars without spoon-feeding backstories, calling this belief in the audience's intelligence the highest respect a filmmaker can show - and a defining trait that separates Dhurandhar from conventional mainstream cinema. DHURANDHAR is not a film , it is a QUANTUM LEAP in INDIAN CINEMA I believe that @AdityaDharFilms has completely and single handedly changed the future of Indian cinema , be it north or south ..That"™s because Duradhar is not just a film.. it is a quantum leap What Dhurandhar"¦— Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) December 19, 2025 Starring Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, and Rakesh Bedi, Dhurandhar has been a word-of-mouth sensation at the box office. Grossing over 700 crores worldwide in just two weeks, the spy action thriller has already established itself as one of the biggest Indian blockbusters of all-time. Stay tuned...