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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.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Dhurandhar 2, also referred to as Dhurandhar: The Revenge, is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language spy action-thriller film directed by Aditya Dhar. It stars Ranveer Singh and continues the story established in the 2025 film Dhurandhar, following undercover operations inside Karachi’s criminal and political networks.

Premise

Dhurandhar 2 continues the story of Jaskirat Singh Rangi, also known as Hamza Ali Mazari, as he works inside Pakistan’s criminal and political circles. The film focuses on espionage, revenge, and the dismantling of terror-linked networks.

Cast

Ranveer Singh leads the film, with major roles for Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Sara Arjun. Reports also list Rakesh Bedi, Gaurav Gera, Saumya Tandon, Danish Pandor, and Manav Gohil among the ensemble.

Release

The film was reported to have paid previews starting 18 March 2026, followed by a theatrical release on 19 March 2026. Multiple reports also note a long runtime of roughly 3 hours and 49 minutes.

Series context

The film is widely described as the sequel to Dhurandhar (2025), completing a two-part story. Sources characterize the series as a spy thriller duology centered on an Indian operative embedded in Pakistan.

Key facts

  • Dhurandhar 2 is the sequel to Dhurandhar (2025) and completes a two-film series.
  • Ranveer Singh plays Jaskirat Singh Rangi, who also uses the alias Hamza Ali Mazari.
  • The plot continues his infiltration of Karachi’s underworld and political networks.
  • The film’s cast includes Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Sara Arjun.
  • It was released theatrically on 19 March 2026, with paid previews beginning 18 March 2026.
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Canadian context

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is Dhurandhar 2 about?
It follows Jaskirat Singh Rangi, also known as Hamza Ali Mazari, as he continues an undercover mission inside Karachi’s criminal and political networks.
Who stars in Dhurandhar 2?
The film stars Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Sara Arjun, with supporting roles reported for Rakesh Bedi, Gaurav Gera, Saumya Tandon, Danish Pandor, and Manav Gohil.
When was Dhurandhar 2 released?
It was released theatrically on 19 March 2026, with paid previews beginning on 18 March 2026.
Is Dhurandhar 2 a sequel?
Yes. It is described as the sequel to Dhurandhar (2025) and the second part of the series.
Where can I watch Dhurandhar 2?
The sources identify a theatrical release, so it was available in cinemas first. No verified streaming release information is provided in the supplied sources.
What is the plot of Dhurandhar 2?
The plot centers on Jaskirat’s rise within Pakistan’s underworld after the events of the first film, as he works to dismantle criminal and terror-financing networks while facing new enemies.

References

  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.