Comparison Freshness: Feb 07, 2026
DhurandharVSThe SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
🏆 Rating Winner
Dhurandhar
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The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
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Battle Verdict: Who Wins?
In this cinematic clash of Action hits, Dhurandhar takes the audience favorite trophy with a +0.3 lead in ratings. However, Dhurandhar continues to dominate the cultural conversation when it comes to worldwide collections.
★ 7.0
Audience Rating
★ 6.7
$160,000,000
Box Office
$159,734,620
$22,500,000
Budget
$64,000,000
212 min
Runtime
88 min
Dec 5, 2025
Release Date
Dec 16, 2025
Deep Dive Analysis
🎭 Audience & Critical Reception
In terms of audience reception, both Dhurandhar (7) and The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants (6.7) stand on equal footing. They both managed to capture the cultural zeitgeist of their respective release years (2025 and 2025), proving that quality storytelling resonates regardless of the sub-genre.
💰 Box Office Performance
Commercial performance tells a story of dominance for Dhurandhar, which out-earned The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants by a factor of 1.0x. Dhurandhar's massive 2025 run solidified its status as a blockbuster juggernaut, while The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants focused more on niche appeal.
🎬 Thematic & Style Clash
The contrast between Action and Animation makes this an interesting study in style. Dhurandhar prioritizes visceral spectacle and pacing, creating a adrenaline-fueled experience. On the other hand, The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants is all about visual imagination and boundary-pushing art, leading to a much more vibrant and stylized narrative.
🏆 The Final Verdict
Final Verdict: Dhurandhar is the clear winner of this battle, sweeping both the critical ratings and the commercial earnings. It is the definitive recommendation for anyone looking for the best that Action/Animation has to offer.