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Dhurandhar 2

Dhurandhar 2, also referred to as Dhurandhar: The Revenge, is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language spy action-thriller film directed by Aditya Dhar.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

Dhurandhar 2 is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language spy action-thriller and the sequel to Dhurandhar (2025). It continues the undercover mission of an Indian operative embedded in Karachi’s criminal and political networks.

What it is

Directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, Dhurandhar 2 follows Jaskirat Singh Rangi, who also uses the alias Hamza Ali Mazari, as he deepens his infiltration of Pakistan’s underworld. The film is the second part of a two-film series, wrapping up the story begun in the 2025 original.

Key details

The cast includes Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Sara Arjun, with supporting roles from Rakesh Bedi, Gaurav Gera, and others. The film reportedly has a certified runtime of about 3 hours and 49 minutes, making it unusually long for a mainstream Bollywood action film.

Release and runtime

Paid previews were held on 18 March 2026, followed by a wide theatrical release on 19 March 2026. No streaming platform has been confirmed from the available sources. The lengthy runtime has been a notable talking point in early coverage.

In short

  • Sequel to Dhurandhar (2025), completing a two-part spy duology.
  • Ranveer Singh plays an undercover agent inside Karachi’s criminal networks.
  • Long runtime of roughly 3 hours and 49 minutes.
  • Released theatrically on 19 March 2026.
Canadian angle

Canadian readers may recognize the film through coverage of major Indian cinema releases and international spy-thriller fandom; no specific Canada-exclusive release or distribution details are confirmed in the supplied sources.

Quick questions

Is Dhurandhar 2 a sequel?
Yes, it is the direct sequel to Dhurandhar (2025) and the second film in the series.
Who stars in the film?
Ranveer Singh leads the cast, supported by Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Sara Arjun, among others.
When was it released?
Theatrical release was on 19 March 2026, with paid previews the day before.

Sources

  1. News18 — https://www.news18.com/movies/bollywood/from-plot-to-runtime-everything-to-know-about-dhurandhar-2-before-its-release-aa-ws-l-9984602.html
    Supports: Plot overview, cast, runtime, and release date.
  2. NDTV — https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/dhurandhar-2-review-ranveer-singh-goes-to-karachi-gifts-india-a-blockbuster-3-stars-11235302
    Supports: Sequel status, plot description, and central characters.
  3. Times Now — https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/bollywood/dhurandhar-2-the-revenge-official-plot-summary-certified-runtime-revealed-article-153855182
    Supports: Official plot summary, certified runtime, cast, and release timing.
  4. Hindustan Times — https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/dhurandhar-2-review-rollercoaster-ride-elevated-by-ranveer-singh-brilliance-aditya-dhar-undoubtable-restraint-101773862482390.html
    Supports: Story continuation, character identities, and sequel context.
  5. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/topic/Dhurandhar-film-series
    Supports: Film series description and duology context.
  6. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dhurandhar:_The_Revenge
    Supports: General cast and sequel identification; used cautiously alongside other sources.