Nikitin Dheer Lauds Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, Says Film Exposes False Narratives

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar continues to make a strong impact at the box office, drawing attention from audiences and Bollywood insiders alike. While the film has earned widespread appreciation,

it has also faced criticism from some quarters, with claims labeling it as propaganda. Actor Nikitin Dheer, known for roles in Chennai Express, Jodhaa Akbar, and Ready, has voiced his support for the film, praising its creative and patriotic elements.

On Sunday, Nikitin shared a video on Instagram in which he discussed his admiration for Dhurandhar. He highlighted the film’s technical aspects, including its cinematography, background score, and the performances of its cast, while also commending Aditya Dhar’s direction.

He stated, “Dhurandhar has united the audience because, before its release, there was a strange narrative declaring it a flop even before it hit theatres. The people who pushed that narrative disappeared once the film started working. I believe more such films should be made—films that make you feel proud and even provoke anger. If you read India’s geopolitical past, you will realise how accurate and important this film is. I hope that it breaks barriers— ₹500 crore to ₹800 crore.”

In his Instagram caption, Nikitin added, “People usually hate what they can’t control. Dhurandhar has demolished every hurdle in its path, shown the truth in the most cinematically beautiful way, destroyed false narratives and proved that Bollywood is alive and thriving. It makes me proud to be part of this fraternity, where a well-made film is spoken about across the world.”

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He further emphasised the efforts behind the film, saying, “More power to such filmmakers, and hats off once again to all the technicians and actors associated with the film. May we see things for what they truly are, may we not be misled by pseudo-intellectuals and their flowery words, and may we remain united in our love and dedication towards our country. The real heroes are our soldiers, who dedicate their entire lives to the nation.”

Director Aditya Dhar responded to Nikitin’s post, expressing his gratitude: “Such a well-put thought! Thank you so much, Nikitin sir. Lots of love! 🙏❤️”

The spy action thriller, inspired by real-life incidents, features Ranveer Singh in the lead role, with Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R. Madhavan in supporting roles. The story follows a spy infiltrating the Lyari gang, led by Rehman Dakait, to uncover links with the ISI and dismantle their criminal operations.

Although critics gave the film mixed reviews upon release, strong audience word of mouth has propelled its commercial success. Within just ten days, Dhurandhar has collected ₹530 crore worldwide and continues to perform impressively at the box office.