Anurag Kashyap Praises 'Dhurandhar' as Courageous, Questions Its Political Messaging
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News18•01-02-2026, 09:29
Anurag Kashyap Praises 'Dhurandhar' as Courageous, Questions Its Political Messaging
- •Anurag Kashyap lauded 'Dhurandhar' as a courageous mainstream film despite disagreeing with some of its political ideologies.
- •He specifically criticized the 'New India' dialogue and a political monologue, deeming them unnecessary and not impacting the film's core.
- •Kashyap dismissed labeling films like 'Dhurandhar' as propaganda, arguing it's a political act by critics, comparing it to unscrutinized Hollywood films.
- •The film, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, has grossed over Rs 1300 crore worldwide.
- •Makers are finalizing global transmission deals for 'Dhurandhar' Parts 1 and 2 as a single package, excluding China, Taiwan, and Macau.
Why It Matters: Anurag Kashyap finds 'Dhurandhar' brave for mainstream cinema but challenges its overt political statements.
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