Dhurandhar is rewriting box office history with every passing day. The Ranveer Singh starrer has now achieved something truly extraordinary by scoring the biggest third Friday collection ever in Indian cinema. The numbers are nothing short of phenomenal, proving that the film has struck a chord with audiences across the country.
The spy thriller directed by Aditya Dhar earned ₹23.70 crore on its third Friday, which is a staggering achievement for any film in its third week. This collection not only sets a new benchmark but also demolishes previous records held by some of the biggest blockbusters in recent memory.
Dhurandhar Beats Avatar Day 1 India Collection
Perhaps the most impressive feat is that Dhurandhar beat the opening day collection of Avatar in India on its third Friday. The Hollywood juggernaut had earned ₹22 crore net on its opening day in India, which was considered a massive number at the time. For Dhurandhar to surpass that figure on its fifteenth day of release speaks volumes about the film’s extraordinary hold at the box office.
This achievement is especially significant because it shows that the film is not just sustaining but actually performing at levels that most films can only dream of achieving on their opening days. The word of mouth for Dhurandhar has been exceptional, and audiences are repeatedly returning to theaters to experience the film.
How Dhurandhar Compares To Other Biggest 3rd Friday Scorers
The third Friday numbers paint a clear picture of Dhurandhar‘s dominance. Chhaava, which was considered a strong performer, earned ₹13.30 crore on its third Friday. Pushpa 2 Hindi version managed ₹12.50 crore, while the mighty Baahubali 2 Hindi version collected ₹10.05 crore on its third Friday.
Dhurandhar has left all these films far behind with its ₹23.70 crore collection. The gap between Dhurandhar and the second highest third Friday scorer is a massive ₹10.40 crore, which shows just how exceptional this performance truly is. This is not just a record, it is a statement of dominance at the box office.
What Makes This Achievement Remarkable
Third Friday collections are typically much lower than opening day numbers because by then the initial hype has settled and only genuine audience appreciation drives footfalls. For Dhurandhar to score bigger than Avatar‘s opening day on its third Friday proves that the film has become a cultural phenomenon. People are not just watching it once but bringing their families and friends back to theaters.
The film’s extraordinary hold across the country has shocked trade analysts and industry insiders. Multiplexes and single screens are both reporting packed shows even in the third week. This kind of sustained performance is rarely seen in today’s era of fast-churning content and short theatrical windows.
(Also read: Ram Gopal Verma Calls Dhurandhar A Quantum Leap In Indian Cinema: Aditya Dhar Gives Emotional Reply To His Idol RGV )
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