Dhurandhar 2: Roshan's Epic Praise.Veteran filmmaker Rakesh Roshan has hailed Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar: The Revenge (often referred to as Dhurandhar 2) as a groundbreaking cinematic milestone, urging the industry to embrace its bold vision rather than view it as a challenge.
In a heartfelt Instagram post shared shortly after watching the Ranveer Singh-starrer, Roshan described the film as "historic" and a catalyst for resetting the "fabric of cinema" through unparalleled vision, passion, and audacity.
Roshan wrote: "I just watched ADITYA DHAR’S HISTORIC DHURANDHAR, and it is a reminder to all of us filmmakers to pause and reset the fabric of cinema with the vision, passion and audacity with which Aditya has made Dhurandhar. He has started a new era in filmmaking! This should not be considered as a threat, but a healthy and much needed revolution in storytelling and entertainment. It was about time, and @adityadharfilms has delivered beyond expectations! God bless and more power to you, Aditya!"
The post, accompanied by a photo of director Aditya Dhar, quickly garnered support from peers. Director Siddharth Malhotra (known for We Are Family) commented: "So so so agree sir ❤️❤️ I hope actors also learn to stop following trends and film makers also start believing in scripts and conviction 🙌 ❤️ inspiring this is for everyone."
Released in theatres on March 19, 2026, Dhurandhar: The Revenge — the sequel to the 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar — has ignited massive buzz, record-breaking box office collections, and polarized discussions.
Roshan wrote: "I just watched ADITYA DHAR’S HISTORIC DHURANDHAR, and it is a reminder to all of us filmmakers to pause and reset the fabric of cinema with the vision, passion and audacity with which Aditya has made Dhurandhar. He has started a new era in filmmaking! This should not be considered as a threat, but a healthy and much needed revolution in storytelling and entertainment. It was about time, and @adityadharfilms has delivered beyond expectations! God bless and more power to you, Aditya!"
The post, accompanied by a photo of director Aditya Dhar, quickly garnered support from peers. Director Siddharth Malhotra (known for We Are Family) commented: "So so so agree sir ❤️❤️ I hope actors also learn to stop following trends and film makers also start believing in scripts and conviction 🙌 ❤️ inspiring this is for everyone."
Released in theatres on March 19, 2026, Dhurandhar: The Revenge — the sequel to the 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar — has ignited massive buzz, record-breaking box office collections, and polarized discussions.
Headlined by Ranveer Singh in a dual role as undercover agent Jaskirat Singh Rangi / Hamza Ali Mazari, the nearly 4-hour spy-action thriller (runtime: 229 minutes) blends high-stakes espionage, revenge, and geopolitical intrigue inspired by real events like the 26/11 attacks, Operation Lyari, and South Asian conflicts.
The film follows Hamza's deeper infiltration into Karachi's criminal syndicates and Pakistani politics after the first film's events, avenging betrayals while navigating a personal war that blurs patriotism and monstrosity.
The film follows Hamza's deeper infiltration into Karachi's criminal syndicates and Pakistani politics after the first film's events, avenging betrayals while navigating a personal war that blurs patriotism and monstrosity.
The ensemble cast includes Arjun Rampal as ruthless ISI Major Iqbal, Sanjay Dutt as SP Chaudhary Aslam, R. Madhavan as strategic handler Ajay Sanyal, Sara Arjun as Yalina Jamali, Rakesh Bedi as Jameel Jamali, and others like Gaurav Gera, Danish Pandor, Manav Gohil, and Akshaye Khanna reprising roles.
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Produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios under Aditya Dhar's direction (also writer and producer), the film boasts a massive budget (combined with Part 1: ₹250–475 crore) and delivered explosive action sequences, mind-blowing twists, and Ranveer's transformative performance — shifting from vulnerable to ferocious, often through minimal dialogue but powerful eyes and mannerisms.
Critics and audiences are divided: Some praise it as a "revolutionary" and "highly rewatchable" epic redefining Indian cinema's potential, with Ranveer delivering one of his finest acts. Others call it overly violent, disturbing, propaganda-heavy, and exhausting — mistaking length for depth, with mixed ratings (e.g., 4/5 from Pinkvilla for its power-packed act and twists; 2/5 from Indian Express for lacking the original's "mazaa").
Despite controversies labeling it propaganda, the film shattered records: Paid previews earned ₹52.71 crore (all-time high), Day 1 net crossed ₹100–128 crore (first Bollywood film to hit ₹100 crore+ on opening day), and early totals reached ₹236–268 crore in days, eyeing ₹450–500 crore+ domestic weekend and massive global gross.
Rakesh Roshan's endorsement carries weight — as the visionary behind Krrish and a veteran who revolutionized VFX and superhero storytelling in India, his call for a "healthy revolution" resonates amid Bollywood's trend-following phase. He emphasizes conviction in scripts over safe formulas, inspiring filmmakers to innovate boldly.
Aditya Dhar, married to actress Yami Gautam (who appears in a cameo), has built a reputation for ambitious, vision-driven projects since Uri: The Surgical Strike. His back-to-back successes with Dhurandhar duology position him as a game-changer, blending mass entertainment, geopolitical themes, and technical grandeur.
The film's cultural impact extends beyond box office: Viral scenes, memes, and debates flood social media, with fans hailing it as the "biggest, most popular" Indian film of the generation. Ranveer's intense looks — long-haired, bearded, cigarette-wielding Hamza — have become iconic.
Roshan's message underscores a pivotal moment: Indian cinema needs audacious storytellers like Dhar to evolve, prioritizing passion and originality. As Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues its dream run, it sparks hope for a bolder, more conviction-driven era in Bollywood.
Critics and audiences are divided: Some praise it as a "revolutionary" and "highly rewatchable" epic redefining Indian cinema's potential, with Ranveer delivering one of his finest acts. Others call it overly violent, disturbing, propaganda-heavy, and exhausting — mistaking length for depth, with mixed ratings (e.g., 4/5 from Pinkvilla for its power-packed act and twists; 2/5 from Indian Express for lacking the original's "mazaa").
Despite controversies labeling it propaganda, the film shattered records: Paid previews earned ₹52.71 crore (all-time high), Day 1 net crossed ₹100–128 crore (first Bollywood film to hit ₹100 crore+ on opening day), and early totals reached ₹236–268 crore in days, eyeing ₹450–500 crore+ domestic weekend and massive global gross.
Rakesh Roshan's endorsement carries weight — as the visionary behind Krrish and a veteran who revolutionized VFX and superhero storytelling in India, his call for a "healthy revolution" resonates amid Bollywood's trend-following phase. He emphasizes conviction in scripts over safe formulas, inspiring filmmakers to innovate boldly.
Aditya Dhar, married to actress Yami Gautam (who appears in a cameo), has built a reputation for ambitious, vision-driven projects since Uri: The Surgical Strike. His back-to-back successes with Dhurandhar duology position him as a game-changer, blending mass entertainment, geopolitical themes, and technical grandeur.
The film's cultural impact extends beyond box office: Viral scenes, memes, and debates flood social media, with fans hailing it as the "biggest, most popular" Indian film of the generation. Ranveer's intense looks — long-haired, bearded, cigarette-wielding Hamza — have become iconic.
Roshan's message underscores a pivotal moment: Indian cinema needs audacious storytellers like Dhar to evolve, prioritizing passion and originality. As Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues its dream run, it sparks hope for a bolder, more conviction-driven era in Bollywood.
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