Bollywood just dropped a ‘serious stamina test’ for movie lovers. And honestly, you might need snacks, breaks, and maybe even a nap plan. ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ is already making noise, not just for its scale but for its jaw-dropping runtime.
Shot back-to-back with its first part, the film began shooting in Bangkok in July 2024 and wrapped only in October 2025. And guess what? It runs for a massive 229 minutes. Yes, that’s nearly 4 hours. But here’s the twist, it’s still not the longest Indian film ever.
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So if you think you can handle long cinema marathons, here are some iconic films that go even further.
Tamas
If patience had a cinematic form, it would be ‘Tamas’. This 1988 film runs for a staggering 298 minutes (almost 5 hours). Directed by Govind Nihalani and based on Tamas by Bhisham Sahni, the story dives deep into horrors of Partition in 1947.
Set during the riots in what became Pakistan, the film shows the painful journey of Sikh and Hindu families forced to leave everything behind.
LOC: Kargil
War films are intense. And this one is also ‘long’. Directed by JP Dutta, ‘LOC: Kargil’ clocks in at 255 minutes.
It tells the story of the 1999 Kargil War, focusing on India’s Operation Vijay to push back Pakistani intruders from the Line of Control.
Mera Naam Joker
Before “epic runtime” became a trend, Raj Kapoor was already doing it. ‘Mera Naam Joker’ runs for 248 minutes and tells the story of a clown who hides his pain behind laughter.
The film explores his life through three important relationships, showing how heartbreak and performance go hand in hand. It also marked the debut of Rishi Kapoor as a child actor. Emotional, layered, and ahead of its time.
Sangam
Another Raj Kapoor classic, ‘Sangam’, comes in at 238 minutes. This romantic drama follows a love triangle between a pilot, the woman he loves, and his best friend.
Starring Vyjayanthimala and Rajendra Kumar, the film mixes love, friendship, and heartbreak; all stretched beautifully across nearly four hours.
Lagaan
And then there’s ‘Lagaan’, long, but totally worth it. Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker and led by Aamir Khan, this film runs for 233 minutes.
Set in 1893 during British rule, it tells story of villagers who take on British officers in high-stakes cricket match to escape heavy taxes. Sports, drama, and patriotism; all rolled into one gripping story.
So yes, ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ is long. But Bollywood has clearly been playing the long game for decades. The real question is: ‘do you have the patience to sit through these cinematic marathons?’
