Dhurandhar Release Alert: Ranveer Singh’s 3.5-Hour Spy Epic is Here and The Internet is Screaming!

Okay, stop everything you are doing literally, put the chai down because the moment we have been manifesting all year is finally here. Dhurandhar drops in theatres this Friday, December 5, 2025, and the hype is living rent-free in our heads. Aditya Dhar (yes, the genius behind Uri) has teamed up with Ranveer Singh for what is officially being called the "Baap of all Spy Universes." But bestie, this isn't your typical song-and-dance Bollywood routine. We are talking about an A-rated, gritty, blood-soaked saga that is 3 hours and 34 minutes long. Yes, you read that right. Cancel your dinner reservations; we are having popcorn for dinner.

The Plot: Not Your Basic Spy Thriller

Forget the polished spies in tuxedos. Dhurandhar is taking us deep into the grime of Operation Lyari in Karachi. It’s giving Narcos meets Zero Dark Thirty but with desi flavour.

• The Tea: The story follows an Indian intelligence op trying to break Pakistan's underworld.

• Real Life connect: R. Madhavan plays the IB Chief (heavily inspired by the legendary Ajit Doval), who creates a plan to infiltrate the mafia.

• Ranveer's Arc: He starts as a captive in a revenge crime and transforms into a lethal asset. This is Ranveer in full "Main Character Energy"—no loud prints, just pure rage and intensity.

The Cast: A Literal Power Move

The casting director deserves a raise because this lineup is a straight-up flex.

• Ranveer Singh as the Undercover Agent (The Wrath of God).

• Sanjay Dutt as the "Super Cop" SP Chaudhary Aslam (The Jinn). Seeing Sanju Baba in a gritty cop role again? Vibe check passed.

• Akshaye Khanna as the gangster Rehman Dakait.

• Arjun Rampal as the terrifying Major Iqbal.

• Sara Arjun: Remember the kid from Ponniyin Selvan? She is all grown up and making her big Bollywood debut as the romantic lead. We love to see a Gen-Z queen winning!

The Runtime & The "A" Rating

Let’s talk about the elephant in the room. The movie is 214 minutes (3 hours 34 minutes) long. It is the longest Indian film in 15 years.

• Why the length? Because it’s an epic saga split into two parts (Sequel confirmed for Summer 2026!).

• The Rating: It’s rated 'A' (Adults Only). Expect brutal violence and a dark tone. This is Ranveer’s first-ever A-rated film, so you know things are about to get intense.

The Playlist is a Whole Mood

The soundtrack is eclectic chaos in the best way possible. We have Hanumankind (yes, the Big Dawgs guy), Diljit Dosanjh, and Arijit Singh on the same album.

• Track to stream: Ez Ez feat. Diljit & Hanumankind. It’s already trending on Reels.

Advance Booking Status: Fast Filling!

If you haven't booked yet, what are you doing? Tickets in Delhi NCR are already flying, with premium seats hitting ₹2,400! The advance booking has already crossed ₹3.69 Cr. The FOMO is real, so secure your seats or prepare to get spoiled on Twitter (X).

TL;DR

• Release Date: December 5, 2025

• Director: Aditya Dhar (Uri: The Surgical Strike)

• Star Cast: Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun.

• Runtime: 3 Hours 34 Minutes (214 mins)

• Certification: A (Adults Only)

• Budget: Approx ₹280 Crore

• OTT Platform: Netflix (Tentatively Jan 30, 2026)

Fans Also Asked

Is Dhurandhar based on a true story?

Yes and No. The film is heavily inspired by real events surrounding Operation Lyari in Karachi and the gang wars involving figures like Rehman Dakait and Chaudhry Aslam. However, the makers have dramatized it for that cinematic punch—so treat it as historical fiction, not a documentary.

What is the full star cast of Dhurandhar releasing in 2025?

The film features a massive ensemble cast: Ranveer Singh (Agent), Sanjay Dutt (Cop), R. Madhavan (IB Chief), Akshaye Khanna (Gangster), Arjun Rampal (Terrorist), and Sara Arjun (Love Interest). It’s basically the Avengers of gritty crime dramas.

When is the Dhurandhar OTT release date?

You can stream Dhurandhar on Netflix tentatively around January 30, 2026. This follows the standard 8-week theatrical window, so if you can’t handle the 3.5-hour runtime in a hall, you’ll have to wait until late January to binge it at home.

Is there a post-credits scene in Dhurandhar?

Yes! Don't leave the theatre when the credits roll. There is reportedly a 4-minute post-credits scene that sets up Dhurandhar 2, which is scheduled to release in Summer 2026. Sit tight!