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Dhurandhar 2 & O Romeo Lead BookMyShow Interest Trends: A Detailed Look at Bollywood's Most Anticipated 2026 Blockbusters
The digital pulse of the Indian film industry has shifted toward the massive 2026 slate, with BookMyShow interest data emerging as the primary indicator of theatrical potential. Leading the charts with a dominant presence is Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2, which has recorded a massive weekly increment to reach 92.1K total interests. Close behind is Nitesh Tiwari's high-budget epic Ramayana, signaling a year where high-concept storytelling and major franchise expansions will define the box office narrative. The anticipation for Dhurandhar 2 is driven by the monumental legacy of the first installment, which famously sold over 1.41 Crore tickets on BookMyShow. This sequel reunites the powerhouse combination of director Aditya Dhar and lead Ranveer Singh, positioning it as a major espionage thriller for the summer season. The film is currently tracking with a weekly interest increment of 13.7K, suggesting that the marketing campaign is successfully building on the gritty realism and geopolitical tension established in its predecessor. Slated for a release around March 19, 2026, Dhurandhar 2 will see Ranveer Singh reprising his role alongside an ensemble cast featuring Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R. Madhavan. The narrative is expected to delve deeper into a global underworld infiltration plot, keeping the audience engaged with high-stakes action. Given that the first part achieved an all-time blockbuster status with a massive India net collection, the industry is closely monitoring this interest spike as a sign of another potential record-breaker. Standing strong at 67.6K interests, Ramayana is poised to be the most expensive Indian film ever produced. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, known for delivering the all-time blockbuster Dangal, this live-action adaptation features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Yash as Ravana. The film's steady digital growth reflects the immense trust the audience has in Tiwari's vision, especially as the project aims to set new benchmarks in Indian VFX and storytelling authenticity for its Diwali 2026 release window. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The BookMyShow charts also highlight the massive pull of iconic actor-director pairings. Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla has successfully crossed the 51.9K mark, fueled by his reunion with director Priyadarshan after a 14-year hiatus. Their previous collaborations, such as Bhool Bhulaiyaa, have left a lasting impact on the horror-comedy genre, and the steady interest increment suggests that fans are eager for their signature brand of slapstick humor mixed with suspense. Shah Rukh Khan’s King stands at a solid 49.8K interests, marking his return to the gritty action-thriller genre following the historic success of Pathaan and Jawan. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film is generating significant buzz due to the lead-director combo and the theatrical debut of Suhana Khan. Positioned for a Christmas 2026 release, the film is expected to leverage Khan's global popularity to drive record-breaking advance bookings. The latest digital interest report shared by popular handle @filmy_view on X provides a detailed look at these shifting audience preferences. BookMyShow Trending Analysis: Top 10 Movies by Interest Increment (Data via @filmy_view) MOVIE NAME INTERESTS (31/1/'26) INTERESTS (24/1/'26) WEEKLY INCREMENT (+) O Romeo 32.9 K 17.1 K 15.8 K Dhurandhar 2 92.1 K 78.4 K 13.7 K King 49.8 K 46.8 K 3.0 K Battle Of Galwan 26.1 K 24.9 K 1.2 K Bhooth Bangla 51.9 K 50.9 K 1.0 K Drishyam 3 8.1 K 7.1 K 1.0 K Awarapan 2 24.5 K 23.6 K 0.9 K Ramayana 67.6 K 66.9 K 0.7 K Welcome 3 46.8 K 46.3 K 0.5 K Love & War 17.6 K 17.2 K 0.4 K (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While the top-tier blockbusters maintain their lead, O Romeo has registered the highest weekly interest increment on BookMyShow, jumping by 15.8K to reach a total of 32.9K. This sudden surge is linked to the buzz surrounding the Shahid Kapoor and Tripti Dimri pairing under the direction of Vishal Bhardwaj. The film, a gritty underworld drama, is currently slated for a February 13, 2026 release, and its rapid growth signals a strong appetite for content-driven cinema alongside mass entertainers. The sustainability of the Bollywood box office in 2026 will also rely on established sequels like Drishyam 3 and Welcome To The Jungle. Ajay Devgn's Vijay Salgaonkar returns for the third chapter on October 2, 2026, with interest levels currently at 8.1K and climbing. Simultaneously, the multi-starrer comedy Welcome 3 continues to hold its ground with 46.8K interests, relying on an ensemble cast that includes Akshay Kumar and Sanjay Dutt to deliver a massive summer opening in June 2026. As 2026 approaches, the conversion of these BookMyShow interests into actual ticket sales will be the ultimate test for the industry.With a lineup that balances mythological epics, intense spy thrillers, and nostalgic horror-comedies, the upcoming year is poised to redefine the commercial limits of Indian cinema.
