Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar continues to collect admiration from across the film industry, and the latest to join the chorus are Suriya and Jyotika. The actor couple recently shared their thoughts on the blockbuster, calling it a “masterpiece” and applauding the film’s craft, performances, and scale.
“Completely blown away”
Taking to X, Suriya posted a joint note on behalf of himself and Jyotika, expressing how deeply impressed they were by the film. He credited director Aditya Dhar for delivering what they described as an exceptional cinematic experience, while also extending love and respect to the entire team behind the project.
The note stood out for its warmth and genuine appreciation, reflecting how strongly Dhurandhar has resonated even with fellow actors.
Special mention for R Madhavan
Among the film’s many performances, Suriya and Jyotika singled out R Madhavan for his striking transformation. Suriya congratulated him personally, calling attention to how convincingly Madhavan inhabited his role.
Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna also received praise, with Suriya congratulating them on what he described as a well-earned blockbuster.
A film the industry can’t stop talking about
Since its release in December, Dhurandhar has drawn praise from several prominent names, including Preity Zinta, Allu Arjun, Anupam Kher, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Hrithik Roshan, and Sobhita Dhulipala. The steady stream of endorsements has only strengthened the film’s reputation as one of the most talked-about releases in recent years.
Box office records keep falling
Beyond critical and celebrity acclaim, Dhurandhar has delivered historic numbers at the box office. The film has crossed ₹1167 crore worldwide in under a month, making it the sixth highest-grossing Indian film of all time. It has also set a rare record by becoming the only Hindi film to post double-digit collections for 28 consecutive days.
The story and what’s next
Starring Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and others, Dhurandhar explores covert intelligence operations against the backdrop of major geopolitical and terror events, including the Kandahar hijack, the 2001 Parliament attack, and the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
With the first film still dominating conversations, anticipation is already building for Dhurandhar 2, which is slated to hit theatres on March 19 across Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.
Final words
From record-breaking numbers to heartfelt praise from peers like Suriya and Jyotika, Dhurandhar has clearly struck a powerful chord. As the film continues its unstoppable run, it’s evident that Aditya Dhar’s vision has turned into both a critical and commercial phenomenon.
