Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh recently appeared in a Reliance documentary, where he spoke candidly about his blockbuster films Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge, detailing the immense challenges faced while bringing such a massive project to the silver screen. During the conversation, the actor also reflected on the difficult phase of his career when his films were failing to perform well at the box office. Ranveer expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Ambani family for supporting him and standing by him during those testing times, describing his association with them as a blessing, an honor, and a matter of great fortune. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar turned out to be a massive box office phenomenon. Following the record-breaking success of this two-part franchise, Ranveer Singh is now gearing up for Pralay, a survival film marking Kalyani Priyadarshan's Bollywood debut.
The Difficult Journey of Making Dhurandhar
Sharing insights into the making of the movie, Ranveer noted that bringing Dhurandhar to life was far from an easy task. He recalled the hurdles and the sheer courage required to take such a massive creative risk. He pointed out that the journey was fraught with challenges, but the team kept moving forward with the shared belief that if the film succeeded, they would achieve something unprecedented and grand in cinema.
The Ambani Family Stood By During Lows
Opening up about his professional setbacks, the actor became emotional while discussing how much the backing of the Ambani family meant to him, especially during a period when his theatrical releases were underperforming. Ranveer shared that he received abundant love, backing, and encouragement even when his movies were failing at the box office, cherishing the unwavering support he received throughout his career fluctuations.
Jyoti Deshpande on the Scale and Budget
Jio Studios President Jyoti Deshpande also shed light on the massive scale and financial planning behind Dhurandhar. She revealed that the makers were aware from the very beginning that the movie's budget would exceed initial estimates. Despite this, management decided to move forward and secure the necessary funding to shoot both parts simultaneously, rather than waiting to gauge the box office fate of the first installment. According to Deshpande, this bold decision ultimately paid off as audiences resonated heavily with the sincerity poured into the project.
Unprecedented Box Office Dominance
Released in 2025, Dhurandhar emerged as an absolute powerhouse at the box office. It raked in 1,056.62 crore rupees domestically and 293.03 crore rupees overseas, pushing its total worldwide collection to 1,350.83 crore rupees. Building on this momentum, the sequel Dhurandhar: The Revenge hit the big screens on March 19, 2026, outperforming its predecessor globally. The sequel grossed over 1,852 crore rupees worldwide, which included 1,361 crore rupees from India and 475.93 crore rupees from international territories.
