Bollywood star Ranveer Singh is gearing up for what might become his most ambitious project yet. Titled Dhurandhar, the upcoming spy thriller marks his first collaboration with National Award-winning director Aditya Dhar (of Uri: The Surgical Strike fame). With a confirmed theatrical release on December 5, 2025, and the official trailer dropping tomorrow, November 18, excitement is reaching fever pitch.

A Runtime That Demands Attention

Unlike most mainstream Hindi films that clock in under 2.5 hours, Dhurandhar is reportedly crossing the three-hour mark. This makes it the longest film in Ranveer Singh’s career, surpassing even the 169-minute Padmaavat and the 158-minute Gully Boy. In an era where OTT platforms have conditioned audiences for shorter attention spans, choosing a 180+ minute runtime for a big-budget theatrical release is a bold statement. It signals that Aditya Dhar and Ranveer are not cutting corners—they’re crafting an experience that needs room to breathe.

What the Extended Runtime Actually Means

Long runtimes often get a bad rap, but when used wisely, they allow filmmakers to build richer worlds and deeper characters. Early reports suggest Dhurandhar is an espionage saga packed with international locations, intricate plot twists, high-octane action sequences, and heavy emotional stakes. A three-hour canvas gives the story space to explore moral grey areas, complex antagonist backstories, and the psychological toll of living undercover—elements that made films like Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy or even Zero Dark Thirty unforgettable.

For Ranveer, this length also means more screen time to showcase his versatility. Known for fully inhabiting every role—whether it’s the manic energy of Ram-Leela’s Ram or the quiet intensity of Lootera’s Varun—this could be the film where he delivers a career-defining performance in the spy genre.

Aditya Dhar’s Vision Meets Ranveer’s Fearlessness

Aditya Dhar proved with Uri that he can blend patriotism, adrenaline, and emotional resonance without ever feeling jingoistic. Pairing him with Ranveer Singh, an actor who never shies away from risks (83, Jayeshbhai Jordaar, and even the polarizing Padmaavat), feels like lightning in a bottle. Industry insiders whisper that Dhurandhar is being positioned as India’s answer to global spy franchises—think a desi mix of Mission: Impossible grit and The Bourne Identity realism, but with raw Indian emotion at its core.

Why December 5 Could Shake the Box Office

Releasing just before the Christmas-New Year holiday window, Dhurandhar has the potential to dominate the festive season. With no major Bollywood clash announced yet and Hollywood’s big December titles still a week or two away, the film enjoys a clear runway. Advance bookings are expected to explode once the trailer lands tomorrow.

Final Verdict: Worth the Three-Hour Commitment?

In a time when many big stars are playing it safe, Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar are swinging for the fences. A three-hour spy thriller isn’t just a movie—it’s an event. If the trailer (dropping November 18) lives up to even half the hype, Dhurandhar might just remind audiences why they fell in love with the magic of cinema halls in the first place.

Mark your calendars. December 5, 2025, could very well belong to Ranveer Singh.

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