Anushka Sharma praised the makers of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, calling it a “brilliant” and intense cinematic experience.Anushka wrote a detailed note praising the director on Instagram Stories Aditya Dhar And the cast of the film. “What a wonderful film you have made @AdityadharFilms! It takes a lot of conviction to make a film that is almost 4 hours long. Entertaining and intense, this carefully crafted film holds your attention again and again. You are a very original and confident filmmaker,” he wrote.
The actress praised the performance, especially the solo performance Ranveer Singh. He said, “You nailed this once-in-a-lifetime role and gave a solid, flawless performance.” He starred alongside R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal and Rakesh Bedi Elevated the film. “Each performance is outstanding; the film cannot be imagined without all of you. Many congratulations to everyone behind this.”
Virat Kohli : ‘Never seen such a cinematic experience before in India’
Along with him, Virat Kohli also praised him a lot after watching the film. He wrote, “Watched the movie today and I dare say I have never seen a cinematic experience like this made in India before. It brought all kinds of emotions to the surface and I didn’t flinch once for almost 4 hours.”Praising Aditya Dhar, the cricketer said, “What you have created reflects your talent and conviction. Hats off to you. You are a genius.” He made a special mention of Ranveer Singh saying, “After this film you have achieved a different level and your performance was amazing. Absolutely wow.”
Box office success, cultural discussion—and controversy
Dhurandhar: The Revenge has emerged as one of the biggest box-office successes in recent times, garnering strong occupancy and multiple sell-out shows across markets, earning Rs 1,021 crore in just 19 days of its release. The film has also gained popularity in dubbed versions, reflecting its growing pan-India appeal.Beyond the numbers, the franchise has evolved into a cultural phenomenon, fueled by a blend of stylized action, nationalism and star power. Viral moments, music and off-screen discussions have further extended its reach, making it a major conversation driver in contemporary Bollywood. However, the film was not without controversy, with a section of the audience criticizing it for alleged pro-establishment propaganda.
