Bollywood Spy Thriller 'Dhurandhar' Releases in Japan After Rs 3,000 Crore Global Success
The Bollywood spy thriller franchise 'Dhurandhar,' directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, released its first film in Japan on July 20, 2026. The series, which began with the original film's India release in December 2025 and followed by 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' in March 2026, has been a major commercial success. Together, the two films have grossed over Rs 3,000 crore globally, marking the franchise as the first Indian film series to reach this milestone.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (78/100). Lens Score 39/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- zeenews— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- timesnow— balanced framing, positive sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles primarily focus on the commercial and cinematic achievements of the 'Dhurandhar' film franchise without engaging in political discourse. Coverage centers on the film's release, box office milestones, and cast, reflecting entertainment industry perspectives rather than political viewpoints.
The tone across the articles is positive, highlighting the franchise's blockbuster status, record-breaking box office performance, and international release. The language emphasizes success and audience anticipation, conveying an overall celebratory sentiment regarding the films' achievements.
How 2 sources covered this story
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