Can Ramayana Beat Dhurandhar 2?

Dhurandhar 2, directed by Aditya Dhar, has become a huge success at the box office. The film has set a very high standard for big-budget movies in India. It performed extremely well worldwide and created strong expectations for future releases.

The movie has already crossed massive numbers globally. It is even trying to reach the record set by Aamir Khan’s film Dangal. Dangal made over Rs 2000 crore worldwide, with a big contribution from China. In comparison, Dhurandhar 2, starring Ranveer Singh, has earned more than Rs 1400 crore globally without releasing in China or Gulf countries. This makes its achievement even more impressive.

However, experts now believe that Ramayana, produced by Namit Malhotra, could challenge this record. The film is planned for a Diwali 2026 release, which is considered a perfect time for big films.

Trade experts like Vishek Chauhan and Akkshay Rathie feel that Ramayana has many advantages. The film has a grand scale, strong story, and high audience interest. It also brings together actors from different film industries, which increases its reach across India.

The involvement of director Nitesh Tiwari and the VFX company DNEG adds more strength to the project. Their experience can help deliver a high-quality cinematic experience.

However, experts also warn that mythological films are very sensitive. If not handled carefully, they can face criticism. A similar situation was seen with Adipurush, which received mixed reactions despite a strong opening.

With a reported budget of around Rs 4000 crore, Ramayana aims to create history. If the content connects well with audiences, it could even target a Rs 3000 crore milestone.