The wait is officially over for fans in the South. After a high-octane start for the Hindi version on Thursday, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge finally hits screens in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam today, March 21, 2026. While technical hurdles caused a minor delay, the "Ranveer Storm" is now ready to sweep through Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kochi.
At a Glance
- Title: Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge
- Director: Aditya Dhar
- Lead Cast: Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan
- Music: Shashwat Sachdev (featuring nostalgic 70s-90s reimagined tracks)
- Runtime: 3 Hours 51 Minutes
- Regional Release: March 21, 2026 (Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam)
- Kannada Release: Expected March 23, 2026
Box Office Rampage: The Numbers So Far
Even before the South Indian versions opened, the film shattered records with its Hindi release and paid previews.
- Global Opening: The film grossed a massive ₹240 crore worldwide on Day 1.
- India Net Collection: Currently stands at approximately ₹226.27 crore over the first two days (including ₹43 crore from Wednesday's paid previews).
- Record Breaker: It has officially become the Biggest Hindi Opener of All Time, surpassing Jawan and Animal. It also holds the spot for the 2nd biggest Indian opener ever, trailing only Pushpa 2: The Rule.
- Day 2 Hold: Despite being a working Friday, the film earned over ₹80 crore net, showing incredible staying power heading into the weekend.
Why was the Release Delayed?
Fans were left frustrated when several regional shows were canceled on Thursday and Friday. The delay was down to two main factors:
Worth a Look
- Late Censorship: The Tamil and Telugu dubbed versions received their final CBFC clearance late on March 19, making it impossible to deliver digital keys (KDMs) to theaters in time.
- Technical Delivery: Last-minute post-production on the regional audio meant prints reached Southern distributors just hours ago. Director Aditya Dhar took to social media to apologize, promising that the wait would be worth it.
The Story So Far: Part 1 Recap
The 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar followed Hamza Ali Mazari (Ranveer Singh), an Indian R&AW operative (born Jaskirat Singh Rangi) who infiltrated the dangerous Lyari underworld in Pakistan. Part 1 ended with a chilling victory as Hamza eliminated the local warlord and assumed control of the terror network, setting the stage for the absolute "revenge mode" seen in the sequel.
Spoiler-Free Review Highlights
- Ranveer Singh's Beast Mode: Early viewers are calling this a career-best. He is raw, visceral, and carries the 4-hour runtime with ease.
- Sanjay Dutt & Arjun Rampal: Their presence adds a massive "big screen" feel, with Rampal’s Major Iqbal being a standout fan favorite.
- Nostalgic Score: The use of classic Hindi melodies from the 70s and 80s during high-stakes action scenes has become a major talking point.
- The Verdict: It's an ambitious, dark, and politically charged thriller. While the length is significant, the interval block and the final 30 minutes are being hailed as landmark moments in Indian cinema.
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