Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has achieved massive success in the entertainment industry. In a letter to shareholders as part of RIL’s annual report, Chairman Mukesh Ambani revealed that the Dhurandhar franchise has generated revenues of over Rs 3,000 crore globally and has propelled Jio Studios to the top.
How much did the Dhurandhar franchise earn?
Mukesh Ambani stated that Dhurandhar garnered over 40% of the Indian box office. The film was produced under Jio Studios, RIL’s production house. According to estimates, both Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge cost approximately Rs 350 crore to make.
What is Jio Studios’ unique achievement?
Ambani said Jio Studios has achieved the unique distinction of producing the highest-grossing film for three consecutive years:
2024: Stree 2
2025: Dhurandhar
2026: Dhurandhar: The Revenge
This shows continued growth and dominance in Indian cinema.
How did Jio Studios revolutionise film release strategy?
In FY 2025-26, Jio Studios released the record-breaking espionage action thrillers Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge. The first part was released last December, while the second part came out this March.
Ambani said, “It’s never been the case anywhere in the world, let alone India, that a film franchise has been conceived, financed, filmed, and released in two parts in such a short time.”
Why is Dhurandhar’s success historic?
Ambani stated that Jio Studios has revolutionised storytelling and presentation, creating history. The first installment alone set the record for the highest-grossing film ever. It remained a hit in theaters for 15 weeks, until the second installment premiered amid high expectations and shattered previous records.
What does this mean for Indian cinema?
In eight years, Jio Studios has produced films that have set new box office records, created a strong connection with audiences, and redefined Indian cinema. The letter also stated that Jio Studios has been consistently generating profits since its inception and has firmly established itself as the No. 1 content studio, representing creativity, scale, and innovation. Dhurandhar’s global success and Jio Studios’ dominance mark a new era in Indian entertainment.