A Sequel Already Making Noise Before Release
Even before its trailer officially arrives, Dhurandhar: The Revenge has started rewriting box office expectations overseas. The upcoming spy action sequel starring Ranveer Singh is witnessing a remarkable response in North America, where advance ticket sales have already crossed a milestone that most films struggle to achieve after release.
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the sequel has generated enormous curiosity among fans of the first film. With nearly two weeks still left before its theatrical premiere, early booking numbers suggest the film could become one of the biggest overseas openers for an Indian title this year.
Massive Advance Booking Response in North America
Early tracking numbers indicate that the film has already pulled in around $301.6K from premiere advance bookings in the United States alone. According to box office tracker Venky Box Office, more than 18,800 tickets have been sold across 845 shows in about 527 locations.
These figures are particularly striking because they have been achieved well ahead of release. Industry watchers say such momentum at this stage usually signals a very strong opening weekend for Indian films in the North American market.
The numbers also show the franchise’s rising popularity among overseas audiences, especially among the South Asian diaspora who often drive early ticket sales in the region.
Sequel Already Surpasses the First Film’s Opening Day
What makes this performance even more impressive is that the sequel has already crossed the opening-day earnings of the original film in advance sales.
The first Dhurandhar, released in December 2025, had earned about $317K on its opening day in the US. However, Dhurandhar: The Revenge has reportedly already generated around $430K in opening-day advance sales, surpassing the previous benchmark even before the film has premiered.
This early success signals strong franchise growth and suggests that audiences are far more aware and invested in the story this time around.
Can It Challenge Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal Record?
Despite the impressive start, one major overseas record still stands in its path. Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal currently holds the title for the highest premiere pre-sales in North America for an Indian film, with advance bookings exceeding $650K.
Industry trackers believe Dhurandhar: The Revenge could potentially close in on that number as more theaters add shows and ticket demand continues to rise in the days leading up to the premiere.
Another development that may work in its favor is the postponement of Yash’s much-awaited film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, which reduces major box office competition in the international market.
Trailer Launch Set to Boost the Hype
The excitement around the film is expected to grow even further with the release of its trailer. Ranveer Singh recently shared a new poster on social media while confirming that the official trailer will drop on March 7 at 11:01 AM.
The film sees Ranveer returning as Hamza Ali Mazari, also known as Jaskirat Singh Rangi, the spy character who was introduced in the first installment. His return promises a bigger and more intense mission, raising expectations for larger action sequences and deeper storytelling.
Cast and Production Details
Apart from Ranveer Singh, the sequel brings together a strong supporting cast that includes Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, Danish Pandor, and Rakesh Bedi.
The film has reportedly been mounted on a significantly larger scale than the original, with bigger action set pieces and international locations. Early reports also suggest the film could have a lengthy runtime of around three hours and forty minutes to four hours, which has already sparked discussions among fans online.
Final Words
With impressive overseas advance bookings, rising fan anticipation, and a trailer release just around the corner, Dhurandhar: The Revenge is clearly gearing up for a huge global opening. If the current momentum continues, the Ranveer Singh-led spy thriller could easily become one of the biggest Indian box office performers of 2026.
For now, all eyes are on March 7 when the trailer arrives — a moment that could push the hype for the film to an entirely new level.
