News Desk: Excitement in the world of Indian spy thrillers has now doubled. Following the unprecedented box office success of its first installment, the makers have recently unveiled the first teaser and an intriguing poster of “Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge.” Along with this, it has also been confirmed that the film will hit theatres on March 19, 2026 (Dhurandhar 2 Ranveer Singh).
As part of the promotional campaign, a fierce new poster featuring actor Ranveer Singh has been released. Presenting himself in a dark and rugged avatar, Singh shared the poster on social media with the caption — “Ab bigadne ka waqt aa gaya hai” (Now, the time to spoil has come). This new look has sparked widespread discussion not only among fans but also among celebrities such as Shilpa Shetty and Bhumi Pednekar.
Teaser Analysis and Glimpses of the Past
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the 1 minute 12 second teaser offers a strategic hint at what the film’s storyline might entail. From the visuals, it appears that this installment will function both as a sequel and a prequel.
The teaser opens with a younger version of Ranveer Singh’s character, suggesting that the film will explore his life before becoming a professional spy. Much of the action is centered in Karachi’s Lyari area, where Hamza Ali Mazari is shown asserting dominance over local criminal gangs. Towards the end of the teaser, Ranveer Singh is heard repeating the iconic dialogue from the 2019 film “Uri: The Surgical Strike” “Yeh naya Hindustan hai, yeh ghar mein ghusega bhi aur marega bhi” (This is the new India; it will enter the enemy’s home and strike).
However, the teaser has received mixed reactions from fans. Some netizens have alleged that several scenes are reused from the first film’s post-credit sequence or from old clips of supporting actors. On the other hand, supporters argue that the makers have deliberately adopted this cautious strategy to avoid revealing too much of the film’s complex plot in advance.
Cast and Production Details
Produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar, the film once again features a strong ensemble cast. Ranveer Singh reprises his role as Indian spy Hamza Ali Mazari, while Sanjay Dutt plays SP Chaudhary Aslam, R. Madhavan appears as Ajay Sanyal, and Arjun Rampal essays the role of Major Iqbal. In addition, Akshaye Khanna (as Rehman Dacoit in flashbacks), Sara Arjun (as Yalina Jamali), and Danish Pandor (as Uzair Baloch), Rakesh Bedi (as Jameel Jamali) will be seen in important roles.
Box Office Context and Challenges
Released on December 5, 2025, the first installment of “Dhurandhar” achieved historic success. With a continuous theatrical run of 40 days, the film earned ₹820 crore in India and ₹1,320 crore worldwide. It is currently regarded as the highest-grossing single-language Hindi film.
However, the road ahead may not be as easy when “Dhurandhar 2” releases on March 19. The film is set to face major box office competition from Yash’s upcoming film “Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups.” To reach a wider audience, the makers have decided to release the film not only in Hindi but also in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.
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