As Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues its record-breaking run, the conversation around it is getting louder—and sharper. While the film has stormed past the ₹1000 crore mark in India at lightning speed, not everyone is celebrating it the same way.
Some critics have labelled it “propaganda.” But actor and MP Ravi Kishan isn’t having any of it.
“Calling It Propaganda Is Wrong”
Ravi Kishan came out strongly in support of the film and its maker Aditya Dhar, calling the criticism misplaced.
In his view, the film isn’t pushing an agenda—it’s telling stories inspired by real events, something cinema has always done. He dismissed the growing trend of tagging films as propaganda, suggesting it has become an easy label people throw around without deeper thought.
For him, what matters is impact—and Dhurandhar 2 clearly has one.
A Box Office Run That’s Hard to Ignore
The numbers speak loudly. The film entered the ₹1000 crore club on its third Sunday, becoming one of the fastest Indian films to do so—only behind Pushpa 2: The Rule.
More importantly, it has brought audiences back to theatres in large numbers, something the industry had been struggling with for a while.
Ravi pointed out that cinema supports thousands of livelihoods, and a film of this scale succeeding is a win beyond just numbers.
Comparing It to ‘Sholay’—A Bold Take
In an interesting comparison, Ravi likened the Dhurandhar franchise to Sholay, one of Indian cinema’s most iconic films.
His reasoning? Both draw from real-world emotions and events, then elevate them through cinematic storytelling.
It’s a big comparison—and one that shows how strongly he believes in the film’s cultural impact.
What’s Working for the Film
Ravi didn’t just defend the film—he broke down why he thinks it’s working.
From its background score to sharp editing and high-energy performances, he credited the technical and creative teams for delivering a complete theatrical experience.
He also highlighted the film’s scale, noting its massive budget and the effort that went into bringing it to life.
No Regrets, But A Wish for the Future
Despite praising the film, Ravi admitted he isn’t part of it—and he’s okay with that.
He said he doesn’t feel left out, even joking that he missed out on other iconic films too. But if given a chance, he’d happily collaborate with Aditya Dhar in the future—or even work with filmmakers like Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
Interestingly, he mentioned that if he were in Dhurandhar 2, he would have loved to play any role—but especially the one played by Ranveer Singh.
The Bigger Debate Around Cinema
The Dhurandhar debate reflects a larger shift happening in Indian cinema right now.
Films rooted in real events or political themes are being watched more—but also judged more intensely.
Where one section sees storytelling, another sees messaging.
And that divide isn’t going away anytime soon.
Where This Leaves ‘Dhurandhar 2’
For now, the film continues to do what matters most in the industry—pull crowds.
Criticism aside, its box office run is rewriting records, and voices like Ravi Kishan’s are pushing back against the narrative surrounding it.
Because whether you call it bold storytelling or something else entirely, one thing is clear—Dhurandhar: The Revenge isn’t being ignored.
And in today’s cinema landscape, that alone says a lot.
