Can ‘Dhurandhar’ repeat its historic success on Star Gold?
Few films in recent memory have reshaped the commercial landscape of Hindi cinema quite like ‘Dhurandhar’. Its theatrical run was unprecedented, breaking long‑standing records and becoming the highest‑grossing Hindi film in history. Now, anticipation is building around whether the blockbuster can replicate that success on television as it gears up for its premiere on Star Gold.
The channel has secured the satellite rights to the film in what industry insiders describe as one of the most fiercely contested acquisitions of recent years. Rohan Lavsi, Head of the Hindi Movies Cluster at JioStar, confirmed that the broadcaster had obtained the rights to “the biggest Hindi cinema in history”, signalling the scale of expectation surrounding the premiere.
Star Gold enters 2026 following a strong year, having delivered major ratings wins with titles such as ‘Stree 2’, ‘Chhaava’, ‘Coolie’ (starring Rajinikanth) and several other high‑profile releases. Adding ‘Dhurandhar’ to its slate is seen as a strategic move to consolidate its leadership in the Hindi movie broadcasting space, particularly after outmanoeuvring rival networks for the film’s satellite rights.
Although the exact premiere date has not yet been announced, the film is expected to air in March or April, aligning with the theatrical release of ‘Dhurandhar 2’. The timing is likely to create a powerful promotional loop, with the television premiere fuelling anticipation for the sequel and vice versa.
Star Gold’s upcoming line‑up further underscores its ambitious programming strategy. Alongside ‘Dhurandhar’, the channel has confirmed telecasts of major titles including ‘War 2’ and ‘Mardaani 3’ through its partnership with Yash Raj Films, as well as ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari’ under its tie‑up with Dharma Productions. A number of prominent South Indian releases are also scheduled, reflecting the network’s commitment to offering a diverse and high‑impact movie catalogue.
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For ‘Dhurandhar’, the television premiere marks the next chapter in a journey that has already captivated audiences worldwide. If its cinematic performance is any indication, its arrival on Star Gold could become one of the most‑watched premieres of the year, potentially setting new benchmarks for satellite viewership.
Whether it can truly mirror its box‑office dominance on the small screen remains to be seen, but the ingredients are all in place: a record‑breaking film, a strategically timed premiere and a broadcaster riding a wave of recent successes.
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