Mumbai: Hindi cinema has witnessed a historic moment as actor Ranveer Singh etched his name into the record books with the blockbuster success of his latest film Dhurandhar. With this achievement, Singh has become the first leading actor to headline the highest-grossing film ever made in the Hindi language, setting a new benchmark for the industry.
Dhurandhar has not been a flash-in-the-pan success but a film that grew steadily on the strength of strong word of mouth and sustained audience interest. On its 33rd day in theatres, the film crossed a remarkable ₹831.40 crore in net domestic collections, surpassing previous records and redefining the commercial potential of Hindi cinema.
At the heart of this unprecedented run is Ranveer Singh’s restrained yet powerful performance as the character “Hamza.” Known for his high-energy roles, Singh surprised audiences with a portrayal marked by depth, control and charisma. The character has since transcended the screen, becoming a part of popular conversations and contemporary pop culture.
Trade analysts and exhibitors alike attribute the film’s long theatrical run to audience trust in Ranveer Singh’s star power and the film’s strong narrative appeal. The success of Dhurandhar is being seen not just as a box office triumph, but as a moment that reshapes expectations from big-budget Hindi films.
Beyond numbers and records, Dhurandhar and Ranveer Singh’s achievement are now being regarded as a defining chapter in the evolution of Hindi cinema — one that will be referenced for years as a turning point in box office history.
