Mumbai: As Bollywood gears up for a high-stakes clash on March 19, Ranveer Singh’s much-awaited sequel, Dhurandhar 2, has taken a commanding lead over Yash’s Toxic in US advance bookings, signalling strong overseas interest in the action-packed drama.
Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar 2 builds on the success of its 2025 predecessor, featuring a star-studded cast including Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R. Madhavan alongside Ranveer in a gripping narrative. Meanwhile, Toxic, helmed by Gitu Mohandas, promises a riveting period gangster saga with Yash potentially in a dual role, supported by Kiara Advani, Tara Sutaria, Rukmini Vasanth, and Nayanthara. The film’s teaser has already sparked considerable excitement among fans.
According to recent data from entertainment tracker Koi Moi, Dhurandhar 2 has raked in $33.7K in North America, with over 1,900 tickets sold across 151 locations and 209 shows. The film witnessed a whopping 159% surge in bookings over the last 24 hours, underscoring its growing momentum. In contrast, Toxic managed $3.6K from 189 tickets in 81 locations with 122 shows, showing just a 9% uptick in the same period.
Dhurandhar 2’s early lead underscores the strong anticipation for the sequel, as both films stand poised to become grand spectacles that could transform box office dynamics. With the release date approaching, all eyes are on whether Toxic can catch up or if Ranveer’s powerhouse performance will dominate the global screens.