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Dhurandhar The Revenge shatters records storms past $25M US, €1M Germany
Film crosses $25M in North America and €1M in Germany, setting new firsts
MUMBAI: Dhurandhar The Revenge is rewriting the rules of overseas box office success, becoming the first Indian film to cross $25 million in North America and €1 million in Germany.
The film’s performance in Germany marks a historic first, making it the highest-grossing Indian film ever in the country and signalling a growing appetite for Indian cinema across European markets. The €1 million milestone, long considered a tough barrier for Indian releases, has now been decisively breached.
In North America, the film has achieved an equally significant feat. By surpassing the $25 million mark, it has set a new benchmark for Indian films in one of the most competitive global markets, traditionally dominated by Hollywood blockbusters.
Backed by Jio Studios, the film’s global success is being attributed to a well-planned international distribution strategy. By expanding screen presence, tapping into non-traditional territories and aligning releases with peak demand windows, the makers have managed to sustain strong momentum across regions.
Now into its third weekend, the film continues to draw audiences, showing resilience at the box office even as newer releases enter the fray. Its consistent performance suggests that the film’s appeal goes beyond opening weekend buzz, pointing instead to strong word of mouth and repeat viewership.
The broader takeaway is hard to miss. With the right mix of scale, storytelling and smart distribution, Indian films are no longer just travelling abroad, they are competing and winning.
As Dhurandhar The Revenge continues its global run, its record-breaking numbers hint at a larger shift. Indian cinema is not just expanding its footprint overseas, it is beginning to redefine it.
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ZEE5, Applause announce new film Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa
Rajat Kapoor’s dark comedy thriller to stream on ZEE5 from April 10
MUMBAI: ZEE5 and Applause Entertainment have announced their next direct-to-digital collaboration, Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa, a darkly comic whodunnit set to stream from April 10.
Produced in association with Mithya Talkies and written and directed by Rajat Kapoor, the film marks the latest addition to a growing slate of genre-diverse titles from the two partners. Their previous collaborations include dramas, psychological thrillers and dark comedies, with this outing leaning into a layered murder mystery.
The film features an ensemble cast including Vinay Pathak, Ranvir Shorey, Waluscha De Sousa and Saurabh Shukla, among others. The narrative promises a mix of satire, strained relationships and hidden tensions, inviting viewers to look beyond the crime to the dynamics that lead up to it.
ZEE5 business head hindi and chief channel officer Andtv Kaveri Das said, “Our collaboration with Applause Entertainment has been instrumental in building a strong slate with titles such as Bloody Brothers, Mithya and Jab Khuli Kitaab. Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa is a natural progression, aligning with our focus on genre-led content that resonates with audiences.”
Applause Entertainment business head movies Sunil Chainani said, “This collaboration with ZEE5 continues to stand out for its diversity of genres and narrative styles. Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa adds a sharp, darkly comic whodunnit to that mix, driven by Rajat Kapoor’s distinct voice.”
Sharing his creative approach, Rajat Kapoor said he was drawn to the emotional layers behind the genre. “I was interested not just in the mechanics of a whodunnit, but the emotional violence that precedes physical violence. These are people who appear close, yet carry unspoken tensions that eventually surface.”
The partnership between ZEE5 and Applause continues to build on a shared focus on distinctive storytelling, with each project exploring a different tone and genre.
With its mix of humour, tension and ensemble storytelling, the film aims to offer more than just a mystery. It promises a closer look at the secrets people keep, and the consequences when they finally come to light.
