The excitement around Dhurandhar: The Revenge, featuring Ranveer Singh in the lead, is creating a unique trend at the box office even before its official release. In Bengaluru, theatres have organised a record number of paid premiere shows, showing the strong interest among fans who want to see the film ahead of its theatrical launch.
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film is set to hit theatres on March 19, but special paid preview screenings will take place a day earlier. These early shows give fans a chance to watch the film before its nationwide release, and the response has been quick, with advance bookings increasing significantly soon after ticket sales started.
Industry observers note that Bengaluru has become one of the leading cities in this trend. Several multiplexes around the city have added extra premiere slots to meet the rising demand. Even though ticket prices range from a few hundred rupees to over ₹2,000 for premium formats, many shows have seen strong bookings, showing the franchise's appeal and Ranveer Singh’s star power.
The first film, Dhurandhar, already had a solid fan base, and the sequel seems to be riding that wave. The excitement surrounding the film’s action-filled story, along with the star’s lively screen presence, has only increased the buzz.
For theatre owners, the unusually high number of paid preview shows signals the film’s pre-release excitement. By offering these early screenings, exhibitors hope to attract fans eager to see the film before the crowds arrive on opening day.
As the release date approaches and advance bookings keep growing, the response to Dhurandhar: The Revenge indicates that Bengaluru audiences are preparing for a busy opening and a strong start at the box office.
The film is a spy-action thriller and a sequel to Dhurandhar. Scheduled to hit theatres on March 19, Dhurandhar: The Revenge will release in five languages in Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalamm, set out as a pan-India project. Along with Ranveer the film with an ensemble cast includes R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, and Sara Arjun in prominent roles.