New Delhi, May 8 -- A new benchmark has been set at the Indian box office, with the Dhurandhar franchise overtaking the YRF Spy Universe to become the highest-grossing film franchise ever in the history of Indian cinema.

According to the latest reported box office figures, Dhurandhar has amassed total earnings of Rs.3,194.25 crore across just two films, narrowly surpassing the YRF Spy Universe, which has collected Rs.3,194.21 crore through six releases. The razor-thin margin of Rs.0.04 crore marks one of the closest record shifts seen in Indian box office history.

The achievement has sparked significant discussion across the film industry, given the scale and reach of the YRF Spy Universe, which has dominated Indian franchise cinema for...