Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar has stormed into the prestigious ₹1,000-crore club, emerging as India’s highest-grossing film.
The action-thriller delivered a spectacular cinematic experience, drawing massive audiences worldwide.
One of the most anticipated films of the year, it gained immense popularity, with its trending music tracks and Akshaye Khanna’s dance moves becoming a signature highlight.
Despite facing initial criticism, the film’s stellar cast won over audiences globally.
Dhurandhar features a powerhouse ensemble including Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and newcomer Sara Arjun.
Here’s a look at the reported remuneration of the cast:
Ranveer Singh, who played Hamza Ali Mazari (also known as Jaskirat Singh), an Indian intelligence officer infiltrating the Pakistani underworld in Lyari, delivered a convincing performance. He reportedly received ₹50 crore for the role.
Akshaye Khanna portrayed the antagonist Rehman Dakait and earned widespread praise for his layered performance. He is said to have charged ₹2 crore.
Sanjay Dutt appeared as SP Chaudhary Aslam, a formidable Pakistani police officer heading a task force against Rehman Dakait. He reportedly earned around ₹10 crore.
R. Madhavan played Ajay Sanyal, a character believed to be inspired by India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. His remuneration is said to be approximately ₹9 crore.
Arjun Rampal subtly portrayed senior ISI officer Major Iqbal, reportedly modeled on Ilyas Kashmiri, a figure linked to the 26/11 attacks. He earned about ₹1 crore.
Sara Arjun, making her transition from the highest-paid child actor to a Bollywood leading lady, played Hamza’s lover and later his wife.
With over 100 commercials to her credit since childhood, she reportedly earned ₹1 crore for the film.
