Dhurandhar, the most awaited Bollywood spy thriller of 2025, finally released in cinemas on 5 December 2025 and is huge success at the box office. Direction under Aditya Dhar maker of Uri: The Surgical Strike and Actor Ranveer Singh in the lead, the film is similarly called as India’s answer to Hollywood film industry .
Dhurandhar Release Date & Cast
– Release Date: 5 December 2025
– Director: Aditya Dhar
– Lead Character: Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan, Ankita Lokhande.
Is Dhurandhar Based on a True Story?
Yes and no. Dhurandhar is Closely inspired with real RAW undercover operations in Pakistan, the 1999 IC-814 hijacking, the 2001 Parliament attack, 26/11, and the Lyari (Karachi) group wars. However, the producer have said it is a fictional story with creative choreographic. There was detailed controversy when the family of martyr Major Mohit Sharma called out similarities, but the court gave green signal to the film for release.
Was Dhurandhar Movie Banned?
No, Dhurandhar was NOT banned anywhere. It released across India and overseas without any cuts or legal stay.
R Madhavan as Ajit Doval in Dhurandhar?
Yes! R Madhavan played Ajay Sanyal, a character heavily dedicated to National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. The bald look, signature moustache, and intense demeanor have gone viral – fans say Madhavan has played powerfully the real-life spy master’s goes perfectly.
Dhurandhar Movie Trailer
Dhurandhar IMDb Rating & Reviews (2025)
Current IMDb Rating: 7.7/10
Buzz and audiences are Enjoying:
– Ranveer Singh’s career-best intense performance
– Akshaye Khanna’s chilling villain
– Grand scale, sharp writing, and goosebump-inducing climax
Some sources mentioned the 3-hour-30 runtime feels little bit long in the second half, but overall movie is Blockbuster.
Dhurandhar Box Office Collection (Latest)
– Day 1 : ₹27 crore+ (Ranveer’s biggest opener ever)
– Currently the 2nd highest opening day of 2025.
– Expected to cross ₹150 crore in first week
Dhurandhar Budget
Reported total budget (Part 1 + Part 2): ₹250–280 crore
One of the most expensive Bollywood films ever made in Cinema history.
Will Dhurandhar Release on OTT? When?
Yes! Netflix has gained the digital rights for Dhurandhar.
Expected OTT release: End of January or early February 2026.
Final Verdict
Dhurandhar is a full money utilization in theaters for its high scale, performances, and unapologetic patriotic sound. If you love spy thrillers like Uri, Baby, or Pathaan, this one will give you fantastic feeling !
