The highly anticipated action-thriller sequel, "Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge," is set for a global theatrical release on March 19, 2026. While an official trailer launch date remains unconfirmed by the makers, industry reports suggest fans could see the new footage around March 5 or 6. Despite the trailer delay, the film has already garnered significant attention, with advance bookings in overseas markets surpassing $150,000.[siasat+2]
Trailer Release Update
Initial speculation suggested the trailer for "Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge" would debut on March 3, coinciding with the Holi festival. However, film critic Taran Adarsh clarified on social media that these reports were inaccurate. He confirmed that there had been no official announcement from the film's producers regarding a March 3 trailer release.[siasat+3]
Jio Studios, one of the production companies, confirmed to Adarsh that an official statement would be issued when they are ready to unveil the trailer.This means fans should await formal communication before believing unverified dates. The current expectation in the industry points to a trailer release sometime around March 5 or 6, 2026.[m+3]
Strong Advance Bookings
Even without the full trailer, "Dhurandhar 2" is showing impressive early box office performance. The film has secured approximately $150,000 in total overseas advance bookings for its opening day, including premieres.This figure translates to about Rs 1.37 crore in Indian currency.[filmibeat+2]
In the United States alone, the movie's premiere day advance sales reached $67,000 as of March 3.This was achieved by selling around 4,000 tickets across more than 300 shows in 220 locations.These strong pre-sales indicate a significant interest in the Ranveer Singh-starrer, positioning it for a robust opening.[pinkvilla+2]
Plot, Cast, and Production Details
"Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge" is a direct continuation of the successful 2025 film, picking up immediately after the events of the first installment.Aditya Dhar directs the spy action thriller.The story follows Hamza Ali Mazhari, an undercover Indian intelligence agent, as he delves deeper into Pakistan's criminal underworld.His mission involves targeting "Bade Sahab," also known as Major Iqbal, who is depicted as the mastermind behind various terror attacks.The sequel will also explore Hamza's backstory, revealing how Jaskirat Singh Rangi became the operative Hamza.[siasat+15]
Ranveer Singh reprises his central role as Jaskirat Singh Rangi/Hamza Ali Mazari.He is joined by a star-studded ensemble cast. Key actors include Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna, and Sara Arjun.Other returning cast members include Rakesh Bedi, Danish Pandor, and Gaurav Gera.Emraan Hashmi is also reported to be part of the cast.[siasat+15]
The film was shot back-to-back with the first part. Principal photography took place from July 2024 to October 2025 across various locations in India and Thailand.The reported runtime for "Dhurandhar 2" is nearly four hours, at 3 hours and 55 minutes (235 minutes), though this has not been officially confirmed.The movie will be released in multiple languages, including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.[en+3]
Anticipation Builds for Box Office Clash
"Dhurandhar 2" faces a significant box office clash on March 19, 2026, with Yash's "Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups."Early overseas advance booking figures show "Dhurandhar 2" taking an initial lead over its competitor.The first "Dhurandhar" film was a massive success, grossing over Rs 1300 crore worldwide and earning $21 million in the US and Canada alone.This history of success has significantly heightened expectations for the sequel.[filmibeat+8]
The makers' decision to shoot the sequel alongside the original film, even before the first one's release, appears to be fueling current anticipation.As the release date approaches, fans eagerly await the official trailer and further updates. The film is poised to make a substantial impact at the box office, continuing the high-stakes espionage drama.[india+2]
