Dhurandhar Advance Booking Slows: 104K Tickets Sold, Momentum Missing Ahead of Release
Dhurandhar entered release week with strong buzz, but the box office advance tells a different story. As of the latest update, the film has sold around 104,000 tickets across national chains (PVR, INOX, Cinepolis). While the number appears respectable on paper, it falls short of expectations for a film mounted on such a massive scale.
The film’s booking curve has flattened, with momentum missing at a critical stage when big-ticket films usually witness a sharp surge.
Advance Slows After a Decent Start
Early reports indicated healthy traction, but booking rates gradually tapered off instead of accelerating. A high-budget spy thriller backed by major names typically commands much higher multiplex advances, and trade insiders believe Dhurandhar needed far stronger pre-release numbers to justify its cost.
IMAX Version Delay - A Major Setback
One of the biggest talking points is the IMAX version delay. Several exhibitors reported that the IMAX print/master wasn’t ready on time, greatly affecting premium-format sales. Premium formats often contribute significantly to urban opening figures, and the absence of IMAX shows on Day 1 has undeniably hurt momentum.
Technical Issues Add to the Concerns
Adding to the concerns, some screenings and media previews were reportedly delayed or cancelled due to “technical issues.” For a large-scale action film that relies heavily on technical finesse, such news only increases hesitation among audiences.
Despite crossing the 104K mark at major chains, Dhurandhar’s advance does not reflect big-opening energy. For a film of this size, the expectation would have been a more aggressive pre-release push. The slowdown in the final 48 hours suggests that the film will need:
- Strong walk-in audiences,
- Positive word-of-mouth.
