Dhurandhar: The Revenge is an action and thriller film, which was released in 2026. It is directed by Aditya Dhar, who directed the first film in the franchise, Dhurandhar (2025). This is the second and final part in the two-part series and continues the story of undercover intelligence officer Jaskirat Singh Rangi portrayed by Ranveer Singh.
He is joined by noted actors Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal, among others. The film combines action, espionage, and geopolitical complexities and is intended to entertain viewers interested in patriotic thriller films inspired by actual events in history, as well as audiences who are looking for sophisticated and, at times, morally ambiguous narratives in large scale Bollywood movies.
| Movie Name | Dhurandhar: The Revenge |
| Language | Hindi; also available in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada |
| Genre | Spy, Action, Thriller |
| Director | Aditya Dhar |
| Producer | Aditya Dhar, Lokesh Dhar, Jyoti Deshpande |
| Lead Cast | Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal |
| Supporting Cast | Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, Danish Pandor, Gaurav Gera, Manav Gohil, Saumya Tandon, Akshaye Khanna (cameo), Yami Gautam (cameo) |
| Music Director | Shashwat Sachdev |
| Cinematographer | Vikash Nowlakha |
| Editor | Shivkumar V. Panicker |
| Production House | Jio Studios & B62 Studios |
| Release Date | 19 March 2026 |
| Runtime | 229 minutes |
| OTT Platform | JioHotstar (OTT release date not officially confirmed) |
| Certification | A (Adults Only) — CBFC |
Overview
Dhurandhar: The Revenge
Genre
Spy, Action, Thriller
Language
Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada
Release Date
19 March 2026
Cast & Crew
Ranveer Singh stars in the movie, and several critics have stated that the best part of the film is his performance, which is said to be physical, intense, and emotionally charged. He undertakes the enormous challenge of portraying the dual roles of Hamza Ali Mazari and Jaskirat Singh Rangi, and he excels in that role during the film’s extensive running time.
Sanjay Dutt plays SP Chaudhary Aslam of the Lyari Task Force — a morally conflicted Pakistani police officer, and his probing of Hamza creates one of the main conflicts of the film. R. Madhavan plays Ajay Sanyal, the Director of the Intelligence Bureau who supervises the entire covert operation, and he is said to be inspired by Ajit Doval. Arjun Rampal plays Major Iqbal, a ruthless ISI operative who is based on real people.
Akshaye Khanna appears in the film’s flashbacks as Rehman Dakait, a role he first played in the first film. Yalina Jamali, Hamza’s wife, is played by Sara Arjun. Rakesh Bedi, Danish Pandor, Gaurav Gera, and Manav Gohil are part of the supporting cast in notable roles. Yami Gautam has a minor role as Shazia Bano.
Director Aditya Dhar wrote the screenplay for both movies and directed both of them, as they were filmed as one continuous shoot from July 2024 to October 2025. Casting director Mukesh Chhabra said that Dhar was working on the movie until 2:30 AM the morning of the movie’s release, an example of how dedicated he was to the film.
Shashwat Sachdev composed the film’s score. He and Dhar worked together as far back as the beginning of their careers. The writers of the lyrics are Irshad Kamil and Kumaar. The music rights were purchased by T-Series. Vikash Nowlakha is in charge of cinematography, and editing is done by Shivkumar V. Panicker; both are also from the first part of the film.
Where to Watch
Dhurandhar: The Revenge was released in cinemas across the country on March 19, 2026, and it coincided with the festival dates of Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, and Eid al-Fitr. The film was released in Hindi with strong market demand for Telug, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada dubbed versions.
The digital streaming post-theatrical rights have been bought by JioHotstar for ₹150 crore, making it one of the biggest digital streaming rights acquisitions for an Indian film. As of now, the producers have not confirmed an OTT release date, but the film is likely to arrive on the OTT platform 45 to 60 days after the theatrical release, following the standard theatrical window. After the digital window, the TV broadcast rights are likely to go to Star Gold.
Reasons to Watch
- Ranveer Singh’s performance is the highlight of the film. It has been praised by many critics, including those from the Hindustan Times and India Today, for being one of the most emotionally driven and powerful performances of a conflicted man, and owning those varying roles.
- As one of the 10 longest Indian films ever made, with a running time of 229 minutes, it shows great ambition when it comes to narrating a complex, multi-faceted story with a ludicrous number of plot twists and spanning multiple time periods and locations.
- Dhurandhar: The Revenge has an extraordinary cast. Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Akshaye Khanna are all rare to see in a single movie and give a divergent energy to their roles.
- The film bases some of its story on real life events, such as cross-border terrorism, Operation Lyari, and changing geopolitical dynamics of South Asia, giving the film some relevance.
- The music and background score have also been noted to have contributed to the film’s ambiance. Shashwat Sachdev’s lengthy creative partnership with Dhar shows in the music and narrative sync.
- Striking visuals, high production value, and highly skilled action choreography – With filming locations in India and Thailand, this film offers high production value and breathtaking visuals.
- This film has mid and post credit scenes that finish narrative arcs, so they offer closure to viewers of Dhurandhar (2025) on Jaskirat’s story.
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FAQs
Is it necessary to view the previous film, Dhurandhar (2025), before seeing this one?
Yes, it is highly advised. The story in the sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, is a direct continuation of the previous film. This means that the characters, their relationships, and plot threads are the same. This means that viewers may be lost on the motivations of characters and the events that happened prior to the film.
Is Dhurandhar: The Revenge a true story?
The film is fiction, though it draws inspiration from real events, such as Operation Lyari, the Mumbai attacks of 26/11, and other geopolitical events in South Asia. At the beginning of the film, a studio disclaimer outlines the film is not a documentary and the audience should not treat it as a factual representation of history.
Is the film appropriate for younger audiences or families?
The film is not appropriate for younger audiences or families. The film has been given an A (Adults Only) certification by the CBFC due to the strong presence of violent, graphic action and mature language throughout the film.
Is there a post-credits scene or a mid-credits scene?
The film has a mid-credits scene, and the film has a post-credits scene. The mid-credits scene consist of flashbacks to Jaskirat’s training with RAW and the post-credits scene shows Shamshad Hassan, the Pakistani intelligence character, ordering someone into a mental asylum. You should stay in your seats until the end credits are done.
Where did they shoot Dhurandhar: The Revenge?
The film’s shooting locations are Punjab, Chandigarh, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Maharashtra in India and Bangkok in Thailand. Some Indian locations were used to portray locations in Pakistan.
What is the duration of this film? Is it the longest film in Bollywood history?
Its runtime is 229 minutes, or 3 hours 49 minutes. This film is one of the eight longest Indian films. Reports suggest overseas prints have a runtime of 235 minutes.
Is this the last film of the Dhurandhar series?
Yes, this will be the last one. Director Aditya Dhar said this will be the last film of the duology. He stated both Part 1 and Part 2 were conceived, written, and shot simultaneously as a single, large-scale undertaking.
Who are the song composers and where are the songs available?
The songs are composed by Shashwat Sachdev and the lyrics written by Irshad Kamil and Kumaar. The music right is owned by T-Series, so they are all available on the YouTube channel of T-Series and on the music streaming platforms like Spotify, and Apple Music.
Did the film have any bans or controversy?
Yes, like the previous film, Dhurandhar: The Revenge got banned in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The film also got some criticism by some of the reviewers in the country for portraying real-life politicians and historical events, also blending fact and fiction.
Is Yami Gautam’s role in the movie important?
In the movie, Yami Gautam plays the character Shazia Bano, and her role is more or less a cameo. Although her scene is short in duration, her part in the film is still significant. Her appearance in the movie was one of the biggest surprises, and fans were excited to see her in the theaters as her scenes were mostly a secret prior to the film’s release.
