On Phantom, many argued that Kabir Khan’s 2015 direction lacked focus. (Photo Credit: X)
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News1814-01-2026, 07:30

Phantom vs Dhurandhar: Reddit Debate Ignites Over Saif Ali Khan's Spy Thriller

  • A Reddit post comparing Saif Ali Khan's 2015 film 'Phantom' to the box office hit 'Dhurandhar' went viral, sparking a major debate.
  • The original post praised 'Phantom' as a gritty, realistic, and mature spy thriller, highlighting Saif Ali Khan's performance and Katrina Kaif's role.
  • Many users argued that 'Phantom' lacked focus and had weak direction by Kabir Khan, despite a good story concept.
  • The discussion expanded to include Akshay Kumar's 'Baby', with some users suggesting it's a better comparison to 'Dhurandhar' than 'Phantom'.
  • 'Dhurandhar', directed by Aditya Dhar and inspired by true events, continues its strong box office run, earning over Rs 800 crore India net.

Why It Matters: A Reddit debate pits Saif Ali Khan's 'Phantom' against 'Dhurandhar', sparking diverse opinions on its quality.

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