Dhurandhar Shatters Box Office Records; 'Ikkis' Director Praises But Won't Replicate Success

• Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' starring Ranveer Singh is a massive box office hit, earning ₹741.90 crore in India and ₹1113.75 crore worldwide since its Dec 5, 2025 release.
• Director Sriram Raghavan praised 'Dhurandhar' for its performances but stated he wouldn't make such a film, calling it "not our kind of film" and "foolish" to imitate.
• Raghavan highlighted changing cinematic trends, comparing 'Dhurandhar' to modern James Bond films, and acknowledged Aditya Dhar's distinct craft.
• Karan Johar was deeply impressed by the film, admitting it made him question his own directorial abilities.
• 'Dhurandhar Part 2' is confirmed for release on Eid 2026, following the first film's historic box office success.

Why It Matters: 'Dhurandhar' is a record-breaking hit, praised by some, yet inspiring diverse directorial approaches.