After Amitabh Bachchan, Ranveer Singh enters as India’s biggest hero in the Mood of the Nation poll, surpassing Vijay Thalapathy, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar!

Ranveer Singh has added another significant milestone to his growing list of achievements, emerging as India’s No. 2 hero in the latest India Today Mood of the Nation poll, placing him directly behind Amitabh Bachchan. His entry into the top two sees him surpass several established names, including Vijay Thalapathy, Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan.

The poll puts Amitabh Bachchan at No. 1 with 14.7%, followed by Ranveer Singh at 9.5%. Vijay Thalapathy stands at 8.5%, while Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan feature at 7.4% and 6.8%, respectively. The results underline the growing popularity and influence Ranveer commands among audiences across the country.

For Ranveer, the recognition comes at a particularly defining point in his career. After years of delivering memorable performances across genres, the actor has recently witnessed an extraordinary surge with the Dhurandhar franchise. The films have not only shattered box-office records but also turned Ranveer’s latest character into a major audience favourite.

The success of Dhurandhar has further strengthened Ranveer’s position as one of the biggest stars in Indian cinema. His ability to connect with audiences while delivering performances that create a cultural conversation has become one of the defining aspects of his career. From the box office to popular opinion, the actor continues to make his presence felt across different platforms.

Being ranked among India’s biggest heroes alongside a legendary figure like Amitabh Bachchan is another notable recognition for Ranveer, especially considering the stature of the names he has surpassed in the poll. It adds yet another dimension to a year that has already seen the actor reach new heights.

The result also makes the “Asli Dhurandhar of Indian Cinema” tag feel even more fitting. Having conquered the box office and won audiences over with the Dhurandhar franchise, Ranveer is now making his mark in audience polls as well.

And there is clearly more to look forward to. With Pralay lined up next, where Ranveer will headline the film while also stepping into production with Maa Kasam Films, the actor’s remarkable run continues. If Dhurandhar showed the scale of Ranveer’s stardom, his latest Mood of the Nation ranking is another reminder of just how strongly that stardom resonates with audiences.