Karan Johar Unfazed by 'Dhurandhar' Politics, Praises Film's Craft

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Firstpost•21-01-2026, 08:40
Karan Johar Unfazed by 'Dhurandhar' Politics, Praises Film's Craft
- •Karan Johar expressed his "unabashed" love for Aditya Dhar's film "Dhurandhar", despite ongoing debates about its political undertones.
- •The filmmaker stated he wasn't offended by the movie's politics, acknowledging that viewers might agree or disagree with its ideology.
- •Johar highlighted his appreciation for the film's craft, storytelling, and Aditya Dhar's unique directorial voice.
- •He respected Hrithik Roshan's review, which praised the craft but disagreed with the politics, emphasizing that cinema should allow for diverse opinions.
- •"Dhurandhar", a spy drama set against events like the Kandahar hijack and 26/11 Mumbai attacks, has been a major box office success, grossing over Rs 1300 crore.
Why It Matters: Karan Johar praises "Dhurandhar" for its craft and storytelling, remaining unfazed by its political debates.
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