Bollywood’s favourite power couple made headlines again on Friday — not for a red-carpet moment, but for something far more personal. Deepika Padukone took a quiet moment after watching Dhurandhar and turned it into a wave of affection that has now taken over social media. Her emotional review of Ranveer Singh’s latest release has added fresh fuel to a film that is already gaining strong traction through audience word of mouth.
Deepika’s Instagram Story Turns Into a Moment for Fans
Instead of a formal post or a promotional push, Deepika chose an intimate route — a simple Instagram Story. But it was enough to get the internet talking.
Calling the film “worth every minute of those 3.36 hours,” she urged viewers to head straight to theatres. The part that won over fans, however, was her message to Ranveer: “So incredibly proud of you, Ranveer Singh,” punctuated with a kiss emoji.
She also extended her congratulations to the cast and crew, making the note feel less like a celebrity endorsement and more like a heartfelt applause from a partner who knows the hard work behind the scenes.
Box Office: A Slow Morning, a Surprising Turnaround
Dhurandhar may not have begun its theatrical run with fireworks, but the day’s numbers tell a different story.
The film opened across 5000 screens with advance bookings slightly above ₹9 crore, leading analysts to predict a modest opening. Morning shows recorded under 16% occupancy, reflecting a cautious start.
But as midday reviews and real-time reactions rolled in, the scenario shifted sharply. Afternoon occupancy climbed past 28%, and by early evening, the film had collected ₹17.44 crore net in India (as per Sacnilk), placing it well on track to surpass the ₹20 crore mark by end of day.
Trade circles, which initially pegged Day 1 to land between ₹15–18 crore, now believe Dhurandhar could outperform early expectations if the trend continues through the weekend.
For context: Ranveer Singh has consistently delivered strong openings across genres, and the current trajectory indicates that Dhurandhar could join his list of high-performing titles if the late-day audience surge sustains.
Critical Reception: Performances Take Centre Stage
Early reviews highlight one consistent theme — the acting powerhouse behind Dhurandhar.
Hindustan Times reported that Ranveer Singh takes on a role “unlike anything he has attempted before,” playing it with a quiet intensity and reserving the rage for emotionally loaded moments.
Akshaye Khanna, portraying Rehman, adds a gripping layer of restraint and unpredictability, while Sanjay Dutt brings his trademark larger-than-life presence to the screen. The ensemble further includes Arjun Rampal and R. Madhavan, rounding out a cast designed for high-voltage drama.
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film combines sharp performances with gritty world-building — a formula that seems to be working well with both critics and early audiences.
Final Words
Deepika’s warm show of support came at the perfect time — right as Dhurandhar began picking up steam at the box office. And with a star-studded cast, strong early reviews, and a growing wave of positive chatter, the film appears to be settling in for a promising first weekend.
Whether fans walked into the theatre because of Deepika’s heartfelt push or the film’s rising reputation, Dhurandhar now has the momentum it needs — and Ranveer Singh has yet another performance being celebrated across the country
