Dhurandhar: The Revenge Shatters Box Office Records Amid Controversy
Dhurandhar: The Revenge Takes the Box Office by Storm
The Dhurandhar franchise is dominating the box office, with audiences eagerly flocking to see the latest installment. The sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar, hit theaters on March 19 and is on track to become the highest-grossing Indian film of all time. Viewers are particularly impressed with Ranveer Singh's performance. Despite its box office success, the film has faced backlash from some critics who have labeled it as 'propaganda.' Veteran actor Anupam Kher has come to the film's defense, suggesting that those who use such terms should not be taken seriously.
Anupam Kher Advocates for Celebrating Films Like Dhurandhar 2
During a press conference at the International Film Festival Delhi (IFFD) 2026, Anupam Kher expressed his views, stating, "We should disregard those calling films propaganda. They are irrelevant and do not deserve our attention." He encouraged fans to celebrate the achievements of both The Kashmir Files and Dhurandhar. Kher emphasized that audiences are not foolish; they choose to watch films they enjoy, as evidenced by packed screenings. He also pointed out that while some media outlets operate as businesses, viewers can still derive value from the films they watch.
Insights on Dhurandhar: The Revenge
Since its release, Dhurandhar 2 has garnered a growing fan base. Notable figures like Superstar Rajinikanth have praised the film, referring to director Aditya Dhar as 'box office ka baap.' Other filmmakers and actors, including Ram Gopal Varma, SS Rajamouli, and Mahesh Babu, have also commended the movie. The plot follows Ranveer Singh's character, Hamza Ali Mazari/Jaskirat Singh Rangi, as he ventures into Karachi, Pakistan, to become the King of Lyari and combat terrorism affecting India. The film features a talented cast, including R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Sara Arjun, and Arjun Rampal.
This action-packed espionage thriller has been released in five languages: Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu. The Hindi version has been particularly successful, grossing Rs 63.00 Cr on its 11th day. The Kannada version contributed Rs 0.38 Cr, while the Malayalam version added Rs 0.22 Cr on the film's second Sunday. The Tamil and Telugu versions earned Rs 1.50 Cr and Rs 3.00 Cr, respectively. Looking ahead, Ranveer Singh is set to star in a zombie thriller titled Pralay, which will mark the theatrical debut of filmmaker Hansal Mehta’s son, Jai Mehta.