Dhurandhar: The Revenge is heading toward release with strong momentum, and early booking trends suggest the sequel is already generating the kind of excitement trade circles were expecting. The film’s paid preview shows are set to begin on March 18, and the initial response from audiences has reportedly been encouraging. With ticket sales opening further for the extended four-day weekend, the sequel appears to be in a strong position to capitalize on fan anticipation, franchise recall, and the advantage of a holiday corridor. After the first Dhurandhar managed to build a respectable box office run and gain support from moviegoers, expectations around the second installment have naturally increased. Right now, the conversation is not about whether the film has buzz, because it clearly does, but about how much that buzz can convert into a big opening.

The only late twist in this release story is the reported absence of an IMAX-converted version at launch. While the original film had the advantage of getting a premium format boost, the sequel is said to be releasing on IMAX screens only in a standard non-IMAX presentation. That has disappointed a section of viewers who were expecting a more immersive large-format experience for a film of this scale. For fans who specifically book premium screens for visual and sound enhancement, this could feel like a last-minute downgrade rather than a small technical change. It also raises questions about whether the makers missed an opportunity to maximize the event-film appeal of the sequel.

Still, the practical impact of this development may be smaller than online reactions suggest. Most viewers turning up for Dhurandhar: The Revenge are likely coming for the continuation of the story, the franchise connection, and the larger commercial appeal of the sequel rather than for format-specific presentation. In mass-market terms, strong content recall and release timing usually matter more than premium-format complaints. If the film delivers on entertainment, action, and drama, the absence of a full IMAX version may end up being a niche concern rather than a genuine box office obstacle.

The real test begins with the opening shows and how quickly advance buzz translates into occupancy. Strong bookings are a good sign, but they do not guarantee sustained performance unless the film clicks with audiences from the first day itself. The sequel already has attention, fan support, and release momentum on its side. That gives it a clear advantage. So the IMAX issue is a talking point, yes, but not the main story. The main story is whether Dhurandhar: The Revenge can turn its pre-release excitement into a genuinely big opening and then hold that ground through the weekend.