The storm is set to return, and this time it's sweeping across the entire nation. The highly anticipated sequel to the blockbuster spy thriller 'Dhurandhar,' starring Ranveer Singh, is officially aiming for a spectacular pan-India release on the occasion of Eid in 2026. In a significant strategic expansion, 'Dhurandhar 2' will premiere not just in Hindi but in four major South Indian languages, marking a bold departure from its predecessor's single-language approach.
Grand Eid Premiere and Box Office Ambitions
The release date is locked for 19 March 2026, positioning the film for a lucrative Eid holiday opening. This move sets the stage for a major box office clash with another big-ticket film, 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups,' starring Yash and directed by Geetu Mohandas. The decision for a wide Eid release comes on the heels of the first film's phenomenal commercial success. Even in its third week, the Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna-starrer continues to dominate box office charts, having reported exceptional earnings in international markets like North America, the UK, Australia, and Europe.
According to film trade analyst Sumit Kadel, the first 'Dhurandhar,' made on a budget of ₹250 crore, is rewriting history. He noted that the film has become the highest-grosser of Indian cinema in 2025, surpassing the lifetime worldwide collection of 'Kantara Chapter 1' (₹815 crore). Kadel highlighted the monumental nature of this feat, achieved primarily in a single language. As per industry tracker Sacnilk, the 3-hour-32-minute drama entered the last day of its third week with a staggering worldwide gross collection of approximately ₹935.75 crore. Kadel projected that the film is set to comfortably cross the coveted ₹1,000 crore mark during the Christmas weekend itself.
Strategic Pan-India Push with Multi-Language Release
The most crucial update for the sequel is its clear pan-India vision. While the first film was available only in Hindi, 'Dhurandhar 2' will release simultaneously in five languages: Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. This strategic move is designed to tap directly into the massive South Indian film markets, significantly widening its potential audience base and revenue stream.
Renowned trade analyst Taran Adarsh, who gave the first film a stellar 4.5-star rating, confirmed the news on social media platform X. He stated, "'DHURANDHAR 2' TO RELEASE IN HINDI + *ALL* SOUTH INDIAN LANGUAGES." In a follow-up post, he added, "The storm is set to return... This time, everywhere. #Dhurandhar2, slated for a grand #Eid release on 19 March 2026, will release *simultaneously* in #Hindi, #Telugu, #Tamil, #Kannada, and #Malayalam." This announcement confirms that the action-packed thriller is currently in its post-production stage, gearing up for the mammoth release.
Setting the Stage for a Record-Breaking Sequel
The multi-lingual, pan-India strategy for 'Dhurandhar 2' reflects a growing trend in Indian cinema, where linguistic boundaries are blurring to create nationwide cinematic events. By leveraging the immense popularity of the first film and the star power of Ranveer Singh, the producers are aiming to replicate and potentially surpass the original's historic box office run. The Eid 2026 window, coupled with the release in five major languages, positions 'Dhurandhar 2' as one of the most formidable cinematic offerings of the year. All eyes are now on March 19, 2026, to see if this spy thriller can indeed conquer the entire nation and set new benchmarks for Indian film releases.
