Netflix India Top 10 (April 13-19): Dhurandhar Outpaces RRR's 10-Week Record With a Massive 31.1 Million Views Benchmark

By Christa Lincy
April 22, 2026 at 1:41 PM IST
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Netflix India Top 10 (April 13-19, 2026): Dhurandhar makes streaming history, amassing 31.1M views to outpace RRR's 10-week record. See full rankings featuring Toaster, Ustaad Bhagat Singh, and Mardaani 3.

Netflix India Top 10 (April 13-19): Dhurandhar Outpaces RRR's 10-Week Record With a Massive 31.1 Million Views Benchmark

The latest Netflix India Top 10 rankings for the week of April 13 to April 19 showcase a diverse landscape where fresh digital arrivals and massive theatrical holdovers fight for dominance. while the direct-to-digital premiere Toaster has managed to secure the peak position, the real story lies in the incredible digital endurance of established theatrical brands. A standout performer in this regard is the original Dhurandhar, which continues to hold a firm grip on the number seven spot despite being in its third month on the platform. This consistent presence is a direct result of the franchise fever currently sweeping the nation, as the record-breaking 1700 crore theatrical run of its sequel encourages audiences to return to the roots of the story on streaming to enrich their overall experience.

The latest Netflix India Top 10 chart for the week of April 13 to April 19, 2026, showcases a diverse mix of new arrivals and theatrical carry-overs. At the summit sits the Rajkummar Rao-led Toaster, a fresh entry that has captured the top spot upon its digital premiere. Following closely is the drama Youth, which enjoyed a steady theatrical run of approximately 42.50 crore net in India. The third spot is held by the action-heavy Ustaad Bhagat Singh; the Pawan Kalyan-led blockbuster, which earned over 72.34 crore net at the box office, continues to attract massive viewership on the small screen.

The digital footprint of Dhurandhar has set a new gold standard for Indian cinema on global streaming by amassing 31.1 million views in its first ten weeks, officially claiming the all-time record for any Indian film in this timeframe. This milestone sees it eclipsing the massive benchmarks previously set by the industry's biggest heavyweights; the global phenomenon RRR (Hindi) had recorded approximately 30.0 million views during its initial ten-week window, while Ranbir Kapoor's Animal and Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan followed with 28.5 million and 26.2 million views respectively. This shift at the top of the leaderboard underscores the unprecedented momentum the franchise currently enjoys across both theatrical and digital platforms.

The mid-section of the rankings is occupied by a variety of genres. Tu Yaa Main, which finished its theatrical journey with a net of 7.31 crore, currently sits at number four. It is followed by the shark-thriller Thrash at number five and the romantic drama Do Deewane Seher Mein (DDSM) at number six. DDSM, despite a very poor theatrical haul of 9+crore worldwide , is finding a significantly larger audience on OTT. This trend highlights the growing divide between theatrical footfalls and digital consumption, where niche films often find a second lease of life.

At the seventh position, the original Dhurandhar proves its immense recall value, fueled by the massive theatrical success of its sequel. Following it are other franchise entries like Mardaani 3 and Vadh 2 at the eighth and ninth spots. Mardaani 3, which concluded its theatrical run at 51.80 crore net, remains a popular choice for thriller fans. Rounding off the list at number ten is the mystery-thriller Mrithyunjay, which had earned 7.18 crore net at the domestic box office.


Netflix India Top 10 Films (April 13-19)

RANKMOVIE NAME
1Toaster
2Youth
3Ustaad Bhagat Singh
4Tu Yaa Main
5Thrash
6Do Deewane Seher Mein (DDSM)
7Dhurandhar
8Mardaani 3
9Vadh 2
10Mrithyunjay

The fact that Dhurandhar has managed to outperform the initial 10-week viewership of RRR is a testament to the brand's explosive popularity. As Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge continues to dominate theaters globally with a 1700 crore gross, it is providing a constant stream of organic promotion for its predecessor on Netflix. This ecosystem where a theatrical blockbuster drives digital millions is becoming the new standard for Indian franchises. With 31.1 million views already recorded, the film is now set to challenge the lifetime viewership records of some of the most successful titles in the history of the platform.

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