Ranveer Singh’s much-awaited action spy-thriller Dhurandhar has kicked off its advance bookings with an impressive response. Directed by Aditya Dhar, known for Uri: The Surgical Strike, the film is set to release in theatres on December 5, and the buzz around it is already building momentum.
Advance bookings opened across India on Monday morning, and the film has started off with strong numbers, indicating a solid theatrical opening.
⭐ Advance Booking Day 1 Performance
According to data from industry tracker Sacnilk, the film saw a strong turnout across various formats:
Hindi 2D
- Gross: ₹53.97 lakh
- Tickets Sold: 11,422+
- Shows: 2,200+
IMAX 2D
- Gross: ₹6.42 lakh
- Tickets Sold: 972+
Combined Total (Booked Seats Only):
➡️ ₹60.04 lakh across 2,313 shows
With Blocked Seats Included:
➡️ Advance booking total jumps to nearly ₹2.14 crore
This signals high early interest, especially with just six days left for the grand release.
⭐ Massive Star Cast Boosts Buzz
The hype around Dhurandhar is backed by its star-studded ensemble, including:
- Ranveer Singh
- Sanjay Dutt
- Akshaye Khanna
- R. Madhavan
- Arjun Rampal
The trailer, praised for intense performances and striking transformations, has played a major role in building excitement.
⭐ Sky-High Ticket Prices Create Buzz
One of the major talking points is the premium ticket price in Mumbai.
Earlier Reports:
- Maison INOX, Jio World Plaza (BKC): ₹2,020 (including convenience fee)
Updated Listing on BookMyShow:
- Most expensive ticket now at INOX Insignia, Atria Mall, Worli
- Base Price: ₹1,903
- Convenience Fee: ₹70.80
- Final Price: ₹2,000.80
This makes Dhurandhar one of the costliest theatrical experiences currently on offer in India’s multiplex circuit.
⭐ Outlook
Fast-paced bookings and high ticket rates suggest a major opening weekend on the cards, especially in metros. With word-of-mouth and final promotions underway, the film seems poised for a strong initial run at the box office.
Originally published on 24×7-news.com.
