Actor R. Madhavan, who portrays Intelligence Bureau Director Ajay Sanyal in the cinematic juggernaut Dhurandhar: The Revenge, recently surprised fans by attending a screening of the film as a regular viewer. A video of the actor watching the sequel in a packed theater has gone viral, highlighting the immense public frenzy surrounding the Aditya Dhar directorial. Exhibitor Akshaye Rathie shared the clip-on Instagram with a nod to Madhavan's onscreen persona, writing, "ISI can make whatever plans they want to. Just let them know, Ajay Sanyal has his eyes on them all the time!" R Madhavan Calls ‘Quality Time’ a Western Concept; Shares Honest Parenting Advice Amid ‘Dhurandhar 2’ Success.

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‘Dhurandhar 2’ Crosses INR 1,435 Crore Worldwide

The undercover outing comes as Dhurandhar: The Revenge cements its status as one of the highest-grossing Indian films in history. Released on March 19, 2026, the sequel has crossed INR 1,435 crore globally in less than two weeks, including over INR 900 crore from the domestic market alone. Produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, the film follows the 2025 hit Dhurandhar, which featured Akshaye Khanna, and has significantly outpaced its predecessor, driven by strong critical acclaim and repeat audiences. Actor R Madhavan Caught Partying With College Girls in Chennai? Viral Video Cheating Claims Unverified (Watch)

Ranveer Singh Earns Praise for ‘Dhurandhar 2’

While the ensemble cast includes heavyweights like Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal and R. Madhavan, critics have singled out Ranveer Singh for delivering a career-defining performance. Portraying Jaskirat Singh Rangi who infiltrates the underworld as Hamza Ali Mazari, Ranveer has been lauded for his range. In its review, India Today noted that while Lootera (2013) showed his restraint, this film "unleashes his excess." The review described his performance as "haunting" and "mythic," calling it his most passionate and powerful work to date.

Aditya Dhar Expands ‘Dhurandhar 2’ Universe

Directed by Aditya Dhar, the sequel further explores the origins of the operatives introduced in the first installment. The film also marks a significant milestone for Sara Arjun, who stars opposite Singh, and features a robust supporting cast including Udaybir Sandhu, Gaurav Gera and Rakesh Bedi. The Bade Sahab mystery, which was a central plot point in the first film, reaches a climax in the sequel, with Danish Iqbal portraying the shadowy antagonist. R Madhavan Calls ‘Quality Time’ a Western Concept; Shares Honest Parenting Advice Amid ‘Dhurandhar 2’ Success.

What’s Next for the Franchise?

With the film continuing its record-breaking run-in theatres, industry analysts suggest that Dhurandhar: The Revenge is on track to challenge the highest lifetime collections in Indian cinema. The success of the franchise has solidified Aditya Dhar's reputation for high-concept, large-scale patriotic thrillers.

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