To recreate Karachi’s Lyari authentically, Dhurandhar’s team built a six-acre set in Bangkok within 20 days, with nearly 500 workers, led by production designer Saini S Johray.
Dhurandhar’s box office run has turned global, with Aditya Dhar’s spy thriller crossing Rs 500 crore worldwide and redefining the scale and momentum of Bollywood espionage films.
Veteran actor Ranjeet delighted fans by dancing to Dhurandhar’s viral song Fa9la, revealing the joyful performance was a special birthday request from his six-year-old granddaughter.
A screening of Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar was temporarily halted at a Bhopal multiplex after a family was spotted watching the ‘A’-rated action thriller with minors. A video from the incident has gone viral on social media, with netizens strongly criticising the parents for ignoring the film’s adult certification.
Dhurandhar star Ranveer Singh’s resurfaced 2022 interview on working long hours has reignited Bollywood’s 2025 8-hour shift debate, originally sparked by Deepika Padukone’s exit from multiple big-budget projects.
Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar has set a new benchmark at the box office by registering the highest-ever second Saturday collections, surpassing the performance of several recent blockbusters, marking a significant milestone in its theatrical run.
Fresh off Dhurandhar’s massive box office run, Ranveer Singh is gearing up for a contrasting double act, balancing a major franchise reboot with a rare genre experiment in Bollywood.
Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, continues its remarkable box office run as it crosses the Rs 500 crore mark worldwide within 10 days of release. The spy thriller has outperformed several recent big-ticket films, emerging as one of the fastest Hindi films to reach the milestone.
Grammy-winning composer Ricky Kej has praised Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar, calling it a well-made spy thriller that stays true to its genre.
A trade analyst said Dhurandhar's second Saturday collections are the highest ever in the history of Hindi cinema
Bahrain-based rapper Flipperachi has emerged as a global name after his high-energy track FA9LA featured in the Bollywood blockbuster Dhurandhar. Blending Khaleeji sounds with modern hip-hop, the artist has become a key voice representing Gulf rap on the world stage.
Fans have spotted a possible connection between Aditya Dhar’s Uri: The Surgical Strike and his latest film Dhurandhar, after Ranveer Singh’s character is revealed to be named Jaskirat Singh Rangi. A scene from Uri mentioning a character with the same name has gone viral, sparking speculation about a shared universe ahead of Dhurandhar 2.
Amid controversy over Dhurandhar’s alleged portrayal of Lyari, Pakistan’s Sindh government has announced a new film titled Mera Lyari to present what it calls the region’s true identity of culture, peace, and resilience.
Ranveer Singh’s political action thriller Dhurandhar has landed in legal trouble in Pakistan after a petition was filed in a Karachi district court against the film’s makers over its trailer. The applicant has alleged defamatory and inflammatory portrayals of the PPP and Karachi, seeking registration of an FIR and a court-monitored investigation.
Ranveer Singh’s performance in Dhurandhar continues to earn widespread acclaim, with Rajkummar Rao and Zoya Akhtar joining the list of celebrities praising the film. Rajkummar called Ranveer “top notch,” while Zoya’s appreciation further highlighted the powerful impact of his intense and transformative role.
Aditya Dhar’s “Dhurandhar” has triggered a fierce debate in India and even across the border, where the story is set, drawing crit.
Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar continues its stellar box office run. With its total now at Rs 239.25 crore net in India, the Aditya Dhar directorial is maintaining strong occupancy and unstoppable momentum in its second weekend.
Simran Choudhary shared an emotional video of her family watching her song Lutt Le Gaya on the big screen as Dhurandhar continues its successful box-office run. The singer reflected on the “unreal” song-making process and her journey from reality shows to becoming a celebrated voice in the industry.
A heartwarming viral video shows Ranveer Singh getting emotional as he admires his cousin Soumya on her wedding day, repeatedly praising her beauty with genuine affection. His spontaneous reactions, along with his father’s heartfelt compliment, capture a touching family moment that has won over social media.
Tollywood star Allu Arjun was spotted enjoying Dhurandhar at Hyderabad’s AMB Cinemas, with a video of him interacting with fans and the film’s team going viral. The spy thriller, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, continues to receive praise from actors and filmmakers across the industry.
Ranveer Singh’s spy thriller Dhurandhar has been banned in several Gulf countries, including Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, due to its portrayal of Pakistan. Despite this, the film has crossed Rs 200 crore net in India, though the ban may impact its overall overseas box office collections.
Aditya Dhar revealed that 22-year-old Ojas Gautam worked tirelessly for nearly 72 to 76 hours to craft the gripping Dhurandhar trailer. He praised Ojas’ persistence and credited his unwavering belief and dedication as a key factor in bringing the film to life.
Director Aditya Dhar stressed that Dhurandhar needed costumes that “belonged” to its world, not just looked impressive on screen.
A wedding dance video from Pakistan set to Dhurandhar’s title track has exploded online, showing how the film’s music has crossed borders and sparked unexpected regional virality far beyond Bollywood’s usual reach.
Dhurandhar’s blockbuster run has renewed attention on Akshaye Khanna, bringing back an old interview where he openly spoke about commitment phobia, avoiding marriage, and finding comfort in solitude instead of traditional expectations.