MUMBAI, India — February 2, 2026
Director Aditya Dhar has sparked excitement among fans with a cryptic Instagram story post reading “Kal 12:12,” leading many to speculate that the first teaser or trailer for the highly anticipated sequel Dhurandhar 2 could release on February 3, 2026, at 12:12.
The original spy thriller Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, became a massive box-office success after its theatrical release on December 5, 2025. The film has since gained strong viewership on Netflix, consistently ranking among the platform’s most-watched titles.
Fans quickly connected Dhar’s post to the sequel, flooding social media with enthusiastic reactions and emojis. The director has not officially confirmed the meaning behind the message.
Dhurandhar 2 was reportedly shot back-to-back with the first film before being split into two parts. Additional scenes are expected to be incorporated. The sequel, which will continue the story’s mysteries, is scheduled for theatrical release on March 19, 2026.
The original Dhurandhar featured a star-studded cast including Ranveer Singh, Akshay Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal. Its songs remain popular, and the film recorded strong collections: over ₹800 crore net in India and more than ₹1,100 crore worldwide. Many viewers are rewatching the first installment on Netflix in anticipation of the sequel.
