'Dhurandhar 2' Overtakes 'Baahubali 2' to Claim Second Spot in All-Time Indian Rankings

The unthinkable has happened. Six weeks into its theatrical run, 'Dhurandhar 2' has accomplished what seemed impossible just months ago: dethroning 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' from its coveted second position in Indian cinema's all-time grossers list.

With a worldwide collection of ₹1801.8 crore after 39 days, the Ranveer Singh starrer has edged past Rajamouli's 2017 magnum opus by a whisker, marking a seismic shift in the industry's commercial hierarchy. The film's domestic performance has been nothing short of phenomenal, netting ₹1167.63 crore and grossing ₹1377.8 crore, while overseas territories contributed a solid ₹424 crore.

What makes this achievement even more remarkable is the film's sustained momentum. Even in its sixth weekend, facing fresh competition from releases like 'Bhooth Bangla', 'Dhurandhar 2' managed to collect ₹8 crore over the weekend, with Sunday alone contributing ₹3.4 crore. This kind of holding power is what separates true blockbusters from mere hits.

The milestone carries significant implications for the industry landscape. For the first time, both the top two positions in Indian cinema's global charts are occupied by Bollywood productions. Aamir Khan's 'Dangal' continues to reign supreme at ₹2059.04 crore, while 'Dhurandhar 2' now sits comfortably at number two.

This development will undoubtedly sting Telugu cinema pride, given how 'Baahubali 2' had become a symbol of South Indian cinema's pan-India dominance. The film's displacement, while by the slimmest of margins, represents a changing of the guard.

However, 'Dhurandhar 2' appears unlikely to challenge 'Dangal' for the top spot, with a gap of over ₹250 crore still remaining and the film's theatrical run nearing its end. Nevertheless, occupying the second position in Indian cinema history is no small feat, cementing the film's legacy as one of the biggest blockbusters ever mounted.