The box office landscape of 2026 has been completely dominated by one name: Dhurandhar 2. Starring Ranveer Singh, the film has not only shattered opening day records but has also joined the elite club of Indian films to surpass ₹1,000 crore worldwide within its first week. But in Bollywood, records are meant to be broken, and the challenger has just stepped into the ring.
On March 30, 2026, Salman Khan confirmed his next mega-project, SVC63, produced by Dil Raju and directed by Vamshi Paidipally. As the superstar prepares to start shooting this April, the trade is already speculating if this "mass entertainer" has the firepower to topple the Dhurandhar empire.
The Dhurandhar 2 Benchmark: What Salman Needs to Beat
To understand the magnitude of the task, one must look at what Dhurandhar 2 achieved this month. It became the fastest Hindi film to hit the ₹1,000 crore mark, beating even the likes of Jawan and Pathaan. It recorded the biggest Hindi opening in history (₹99.10 crore on Day 1) and showed unprecedented hold in its second week.
For SVC63 to break these records, it won't just need Salman’s stardom; it will need a pan-India appeal that matches or exceeds the "Spy Universe" hype that carried Dhurandhar 2.
Why SVC63 is a Serious Contender
While the bar is high, Salman Khan’s SVC63 has several factors working in its favor that could lead to a record-breaking run:
- The Vamshi Paidipally Factor: Vamshi is a master at blending heavy-duty action with emotional depth. If he can do for Salman what he did for Thalapathy Vijay in Varisu, the "emotional mass" connect could be lethal at the box office.
- The Eid Advantage: Salman Khan and Eid are a match made in box office heaven. Targeting Eid 2027 gives the film a massive four-day holiday weekend, which is essential for chasing 100-crore opening days.
- Dil Raju’s Production Scale: As one of the biggest producers in India, Dil Raju is known for mounting films on a scale that demands a theatrical experience. SVC63 is being designed as a visual spectacle that can compete with the high-octane sequences of Dhurandhar.
The Salman Khan "Comeback" Narrative
Industry experts believe that after a string of experimental roles, Salman is returning to the "pure mass" genre that his core audience craves. If SVC63 delivers the "Bhai-isms" coupled with a modern, high-budget South-style treatment, it could easily challenge the lifetime collections of any recent blockbuster.
The rivalry isn't just between movies; it’s about the evolution of Indian cinema. While Dhurandhar 2 focused on intense spy-thriller elements, SVC63 is expected to be a celebration of commercial cinema.
Final Thoughts: A New King in 2027?
Only time will tell if Salman Khan can reclaim his crown from the Dhurandhar team. With the cameras starting to roll this April, the journey toward Eid 2027 has officially begun. If the script matches the scale of the announcement, we might be looking at the first-ever ₹1,500 crore Hindi-origin film.