Dhurandhar 2 Advance Booking: Ranveer Singh created history in America by defeating Pathan and RRR and created a world record

News India Live, Digital Desk: The spy-thriller ‘Dhurandhar 2’ directed by Aditya Dhar is setting new records at the box office. The film has crossed the $5 million (approximately ₹42 crore) mark through advance booking in North America. With this, the film has become the first Indian film to reach this milestone before its release. ‘Dhurandhar’ roars at the box office (Major Records) Mega-record in America: ‘Dhurandhar 2’ has recorded pre-sales of $5 million in North America, which is more than ‘Pathan’, ‘RRR’ and ‘Bahubali 2’ ($4 million+ each). Global advance booking: The film has recorded pre-sales of $5 million worldwide even before its release. Gross collection of more than ₹120 crore has been done. Trade analysts believe that this figure may reach ₹ 150-200 crore by the time of release. Dhamaka in India: The film has earned ₹ 32.44 crore for paid previews in India (March 18), which has broken the record of Pawan Kalyan’s ‘OG’ (₹ 25 crore). Why is there such a huge craze? (Key Factors) Success of Dhurandhar 1: The first part had earned ₹ 1300 crores worldwide, due to which the hype about the sequel is sky high. Power-packed star cast: The film stars Ranveer Singh (Hamza/Jaskirat) along with Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Akshay Khanna and Arjun Rampal are veteran actors. Release date: The film is being released on March 19 on the occasion of Gudi Padwa and Ugadi, due to which it will get huge benefit of the long weekend. Release & OTT details (Release & OTT) Theatrical release: March 19, 2026 (paid preview from March 18 evening). OTT partner: The digital rights of the film have been purchased by JioHotstar. It may stream on OTT approximately 8 weeks after the theatrical run ends (by mid-May).