Dhurandhar, the 2025 spy thriller starring Ranveer Singh, has been ranked among the IMDb Top 250 films of all time, a notable achievement that places the Bollywood blockbuster alongside some of the most respected films in global cinema.
According to data on the Internet Movie Database (IMDb), Dhurandhar holds a user rating of 8.5 out of 10, based on more than 100,000 votes, earning it a spot at the 250th position on the decade-old list of highly rated films.
Joining an elite list of films
The IMDb Top 250 list combines user ratings with a weighted algorithm designed to balance popularity and quality, making entry a significant indicator of both audience appreciation and sustained interest. With Dhurandhar’s inclusion, it now stands alongside several Indian and international cinematic milestones.
Among Indian films currently on the list are Anurag Kashyap’s Gangs of Wasseypur and high-profile productions such as Dangal, 3 Idiots, Taare Zameen Par and Jai Bhim. On the global front, classics like The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather and Inception occupy top positions on the ranking.
Dhurandhar’s entry reflects not only its box office clout but also its reception among viewers worldwide, many of whom have rated the film highly on IMDb’s platform. The ranking underscores the growing global footprint of Indian cinema and its ability to hold its own in the company of international favourites.
About Dhurandhar
Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar is a Hindi-language spy thriller that follows an undercover Indian operative as he infiltrates organised crime and terror networks. The film features an ensemble cast including Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan and Arjun Rampal, in addition to Ranveer Singh’s lead role.
Released in December 2025, the film has also been a major commercial success, crossing significant box office milestones both domestically and internationally. Its performance further cements its status as one of the standout Hindi releases of recent years.
Significance of the IMDb ranking
IMDb’s Top 250 list is widely viewed as a barometer of lasting audience approval. Films do not simply reach the list through short-lived trends or initial hype; the platform’s weighted formula aims to moderate sudden spikes and emphasise sustained support over time.
Dhurandhar’s inclusion is a marker of its broad appeal across diverse audiences, and a rare achievement for a relatively new Bollywood film on a global ratings platform that spans decades of cinema.
