Dhurandhar Reaches 50-Day Box Office Milestone Amid Declining Collections
The Bollywood film Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, has achieved a significant cinematic milestone by completing 50 days in theaters. However, this accomplishment comes with a sobering reality as the movie recorded its lowest-ever single-day collection to date during this period.
Day 50 Collection Marks Historic Low
As the film entered its eighth week of theatrical run, it faced a substantial dip in earnings. According to reports from Sacnilk, Dhurandhar collected an estimated Rs 55 lakh on its 50th day. This figure represents not only the film's poorest daily performance since its release but also its lowest Friday collection throughout its entire box office journey.
This decline is particularly notable because the film had previously maintained collections above the Rs 1 crore mark while competing against multiple new releases. The dramatic drop to Rs 55 lakh signals a challenging phase for the theatrical run as it approaches the conclusion of its commercial window.
Week-by-Week Box Office Performance Analysis
The trajectory of Dhurandhar's collections reveals a pattern of gradual decline after strong initial weeks:
- Week 1 Collection: Rs 207.25 crore
- Week 2 Collection: Rs 253.25 crore
- Week 3 Collection: Rs 172 crore
- Week 4 Collection: Rs 106.5 crore
- Week 5 Collection: Rs 51.25 crore
- Week 6 Collection: Rs 26.35 crore
- Week 7 Collection: Rs 13.9 crore
The seventh week proved particularly challenging, with collections dropping to approximately Rs 13.9 crore - marking the lowest weekly performance before the 50th day's record low. This downward trend highlights the natural lifecycle of theatrical releases as audience interest wanes over time.
Cumulative Earnings and Future Prospects
Despite the recent slump, Dhurandhar has accumulated impressive overall numbers. With the addition of Friday's collections, the film's total net earnings have reached approximately Rs 831.5 crore. The gross collection stands even higher at around Rs 997 crore.
Industry observers are now watching closely to see if the film can cross the psychological Rs 1,000 crore gross mark during the extended weekend ahead. This would represent a significant achievement, though the current collection trend suggests it may require a substantial turnaround in audience attendance.
Competitive Landscape and Market Challenges
Since its release on December 5, Dhurandhar has faced continuous competition from multiple major releases. The film has contended with titles ranging from Avatar: Fire and Ash to Ikkis and The Raja Saab throughout its theatrical journey.
The latest challenge comes from the war film Border 2, which hit theaters on Friday, January 23. This new release appears to have significantly impacted Dhurandhar's collections, contributing to the dramatic drop observed on its 50th day.
In terms of industry rankings, the film has currently tied with Sunny Deol's Gadar 2 for a position in the top 10 spots. However, it still has considerable ground to cover to reach the highest positions, with Stree 2 currently holding the record with total collections of Rs 4.55 crore.
Global Box Office Performance
The international performance of Dhurandhar presents a more robust picture. According to box office reports, the film has achieved approximately Rs 294 crore at the overseas box office. When combined with domestic earnings, the total worldwide collection is estimated to be around Rs 1,288.9 crore.
This global performance demonstrates the film's appeal beyond Indian borders and contributes significantly to its overall commercial success despite recent domestic challenges.
As Dhurandhar begins its eighth week with collections around the Rs 50 lakh mark, the industry awaits to see if it can stage a recovery and potentially set new records for week eight earnings. The coming days will determine whether this 50-day milestone represents the beginning of the end or an opportunity for renewed audience engagement during the final phase of its theatrical run.
