Dhurandhar The Revenge Box Office: Scores a RECORD BREAKING second Saturday, is BIGGER THAN SECOND SUNDAY of Pushpa 2 (Hindi) and Jawan

On its second Saturday, Dhurandhar made a huge jump with earnings of Rs. 53.70 crores, which set a new all-time high. This was better than Pushpa 2 (Hindi), which just barely missed the half-century mark, stopping at Rs. 46.50 crores. Now, in just a few months, Dhurandhar - The Revenge has broken the record for the second Saturday. It has made as much as Rs. 57 crores, a number that no film has ever reached before.

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Even more impressive is that this number is higher than the second Sunday collections of Pushpa 2 (Hindi), which were Rs. 54 crores.

 This is an incredible achievement because the big Sunday is still ahead for Dhurandhar The Revenge, and whatever it earns today could set a new all-time record for the second Sunday in any language.

In the process, the Aditya Dhar film has now joined the Rs. 700 Crore Club in just 10 days.

 In fact, it is getting very close to the Rs. 750 crore mark, with its current collections at Rs. 747.50 crores. Today, the film is expected to cross into the Rs. 800 Crore Club, and if things go as well as expected, it could even reach the Rs. 900 Crore Club by the end of the second week.

ALL TIME MEGA BLOCKBUSTER.

Prasanth Varma’s Mahakali to also release in Hindi following Akshaye Khanna’s popularity after Dhurandhar

Akshaye Khanna is being very careful with his choices now, just like he was before his recent comeback.

 In his upcoming movie Mahakali, he plays Shukracharya, a tricky and clever sage, which marks his entry into Tollywood.

The film is part of the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU) and is directed by Puja Aparna Kolluru.

Producer Prashanth Varma said, “We had signed Akshaye Sir long before Dhurandhar.

 He is the main attraction of Mahakali.”

Varma wants to make sure Akshay Khanna’s role is noticed in the Hindi-speaking regions.

 Initially, the plan was to show Mahakali only in Telugu. However, after the success of Dhurandhar, they are making a Hindi version to highlight Akshaye Khanna in the marketing.

Aejaz Gulab reveals why Maatrubhumi had an additional shoot: “Makers wanted to film introduction scenes of some characters”; adds, “It was Apoorva Lakhia’s DREAM to work with Salman Khan; he was trying for it for a long time”

Action director Aejaz Gulab has garnered significant recognition for his work in *Dhurandhar The Revenge*. He started his career assisting action directors in 1989 and became a full-fledged action director in 2007 with *Shootout At Lokhandwala*, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, who is now preparing for his next project, *Maatrubhumi*, starring Salman Khan. Aejaz is also part of an upcoming war drama and shared insights in an exclusive interview with *source*.

Aejaz Gulab said, "Apoorva and I assisted in *Lagaan* (2001).

 I worked on his films like *Ek Ajnabee* (2005), *Shootout At Lokhandwala* (2007) and *Haseena Parkar* (2017). The kind of rapport I have with Mohit Suri, I also have with Apoorva. I was very happy when he told me that 'Salman ke saath apne ko film karni hai'. It was his dream to work with Salman Khan. He had been trying to make it happen for a long time, but it wasn’t falling into place. With *Maatrubhumi*, however, things finally worked out. Bahut dil laga ke kaam kiya hai humne iss film pe."

Aejaz Gulab worked with Salman multiple times in the beginning of his career, "I have done several of his films like *Veergati* (1995), *Judwaa* (1997), *Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega* (2000), *God Tussi Great Ho* (2008), etc.

 I have been Salman’s body double several times."

He confessed that he worked with Salman after a long time, "He was specializing in the South Indian action zone.

 I can also attempt that, but if you have seen my work, you’ll realize that I indulge in real action. I also began the trend of one-shot takes. That was in *Ek Villain* (2014), featuring Sidharth Malhotra in a boat. Raj-DK asked me if we could have a long action scene without cuts in Season 1 of *The Family Man*. We tried and it was a success. Since then, whenever someone wanted to do a single-shot action scene, I would get a call (laughs)! I also attempted it in a Bengali film and it was quite loved."

There are reports that *Maatrubhumi*’s additional shoot is taking place.

 Aejaz confessed, "The makers wanted to add some songs. Hence, they shot those songs. Also, they filmed introduction scenes of some characters."

Another exciting upcoming film for Aejaz Gulab is *Awarapan 2*.

 He said, "The action would be in the realistic zone, just like the first part. Emraan is a very fine performer. He does action and everything else with panache."

Kartik Aaryan is currently learning how to fly a plane for Captain India

Kartik Aaryan is flying high, in more ways than one.

 For his upcoming aerial action movie Captain India, which begins filming in July, Kartik is learning to fly a plane: a skill very different from the guitar or breakdance he learned for previous roles.

The film will be directed by Shimit Amin.

 The talented Shimit Amin, who directed Shah Rukh Khan in the iconic Chak De! India in 2007 and has only directed one other film since then in 2009, has been persuaded to come out of retirement by Kartik Aaryan for a real-life airborne story.

A source close to the project said, "It is a real-life mid-air survival story.

 Director Shimit Amin is known for favoring authenticity. He really can’t have Kartik fake the piloting. Kartik is actually learning how to fly a plane so he is fully prepared for the role."

Captain India is based on the true story of a commercial pilot who risked his life to save hundreds of passengers.

 The film is inspired by India's major humanitarian evacuation efforts. It will be shot in Morocco and India.

Taran Adarsh compares Dhurandhar’s craze to Sholay; calls it “pathbreaking film that opens new doors”

Veteran trade analyst Taran Adarsh has commented on the big buzz around Dhurandhar The Revenge, saying the film's audience reaction is something he's seen only once in his life, during the release of Sholay. In a special chat with a source, he mentioned that the excitement around this movie reminds him of rare cinematic moments that happen very rarely, maybe once in a few decades.

He said, "I think this is a film that comes after a long time.

 Very few such films are made. And when they are made, we should celebrate them."  

Thinking back to his childhood memories of watching Sholay, Adarsh talked about seeing a similar audience frenzy again in 2026. "

I am very thankful to God that I have seen this phase once again with another film. I’m talking about 1975 when Sholay was released. I was 10 years old then. My father’s office was at Grant Road, and the Minerva Theatre was right where the film was shown and ran for five years on a 70 mm screen. I watched the film many times. The craze I saw then, I’m seeing again in 2026."  

Adarsh said he feels lucky to have witnessed two such legendary theater moments in his lifetime. "

That is why I am very thankful that I have seen two such films in my lifetime. I wasn’t born when Mughal-e-Azam was made, so I can’t talk about that, but that film also had a lot of hype. My point is that a film like Dhurandhar should be celebrated."  

He believes the film is a major moment for the Indian film industry and shows new creative opportunities for filmmakers. "

It’s a groundbreaking film. It opens new doors for filmmakers and for everyone. We can make such films and audiences will come to watch them, provided we make good films."  

Adarsh also said he sees the film as a success not just for Hindi cinema but for the Indian film industry as a whole. "

I think Dhurandhar is one of the best films to come out of the Indian film industry. I am not saying Bollywood. I am saying the Indian film industry because all industries come under one umbrella."  

He also pointed out the film’s performance outside India as another sign of its impact. "

When you look at the collections in international markets, you will see that this film is truly making a mark there."  

The film is still creating strong reactions from audiences and industry people.

 People are talking about praise for Ranveer Singh’s acting and discussions about Aditya Dhar’s story choices. Amid all these responses, Adarsh’s comparison with Sholay puts Dhurandhar The Revenge in a rare category of events that go beyond regular box office success.

Manasi Parekh on World Theatre Day: “Theatre has shaped me in ways I can’t quantify”

On the occasion of World Theatre Day, actor Manasi Parekh reflected on the lasting impact of theatre on her craft and personal growth, describing it as a formative space that continues to shape her artistic journey.

Known for her work across films, OTT and stage, Parekh highlighted how live performance remains central to her evolution as an actor.

 One of the key milestones in her theatre career has been performing her Gujarati musical Maro Piyu Gayo Rangoon in London, an experience she credits for connecting her with international audiences and reinforcing the universality of storytelling.

Speaking about the influence of theatre, Parekh said, "As a person, theatre has shaped me in more ways than I can even quantify."

 She elaborated on the hands-on nature of the medium, adding, "It teaches you to be self-reliant. It teaches you to believe in less is more because you travel with a small group of people and you literally have to be involved in every aspect of the production, from figuring out clothes for everybody to helping set up the props and making sure your cues are in place."

She also emphasised the collaborative spirit of theatre. "

You know, so you're always a part of a community. You're helping each other. Nobody really is just there only for themselves. They're there for the love of theatre," she said.

Highlighting the unpredictability of live performances, Parekh noted, "So, it always teaches you to think on your feet.

 If there are some errors that some member does, some actor does on stage, how to figure that out spontaneously. So, it teaches you to think very quickly and to always have a solution for any problem that comes up."

Parekh has featured in projects such as URI: The Surgical Strike, Kutch Express and the series Maharani, and is next set to appear in Chumbak on Netflix.

Deepak Tijori criticises CBFC over inconsistent censorship in Dhurandhar 2

Actor-director Deepak Tijori has expressed his concerns about the way censorship is handled in the theatrical release of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge.

 He is questioning what he sees as inconsistencies in how abusive language is treated across different platforms.  

In a recent statement, Tijori criticized the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for “half-muting” cuss words in the film’s theatrical version.

 He said he couldn’t understand the reason behind muting only some of the expletives instead of either muting them all or leaving them as they are. “I don’t really get why only some of the abuses are muted and others are left,” he said, calling the approach arbitrary.

The filmmaker also pointed out that the film already has an adults-only certification.

 He questioned the point of partial censorship. “Who are we really trying to protect here, and from what, just half a word?” he asked, highlighting his belief that the guidelines are unclear.

Tijori also pointed out what he called a “double standard” in how censorship is applied between theatrical and digital platforms.

 He observed that while the cinema version has muted language, the same movie is released on OTT platforms without any such changes. “The same film releases on OTT in its full, uncut form,” he said, suggesting that this breaks the logic behind theatrical cuts.

According to him, this difference might allow younger audiences to see unfiltered content at home, even though cinemas have stricter controls.

 He argued that the current system raises bigger questions about how effective and consistent content regulation is across different platforms.