Dhurandhar Monday Ko Baith Jayegi: Kunal Kohli Reveals Nobody In Bollywood Initially Supported Ranveer Singh Film

When Dhurandhar hit the screens on December 5, Bollywood apparently wasn’t sure if it would even last the first Monday. Many doubted the Aditya Dhar and Ranveer Singh spy actioner, revealed director Kunal Kohli. But the rest is history! The film arrived in cinemas on December 5 and set the box office ablaze. After its success, many popular actors and filmmakers came out in support of the film and shared glowing reviews. However, there were also those who preferred to remain tight-lipped about Bollywood’s new blockbuster. So, does this prove that the industry’s support isn’t important for a film to work? Kunal thinks so.'Dhurandhar Monday Ko Baith Jayegi'"Even when the industry doesn’t support a film, the film still works. Nobody supported Dhurandhar.

The biggest directors I spoke to phone, they said, ‘Monday ko baith jayegi.‘ Monday ko aur chal gayi," the director told Screen.

He also spoke about how nobody supported Sunny Deol's Border 2. According to him, the industry wasn't sure if it will earn well. The war drama, also starring Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh, went on make over Rs 300 crore. "It doesn’t matter if the industry supports you or not," added Kohli.Bollywood's Ugly TruthThe filmmaker said that things in the industry haven’t changed much since the release of Hum Tum. He recalled being advised by Aditya Chopra to skip the preview, as industry insiders might not appreciate the film. He still decided to attend and was disappointed by their negative reaction. However, despite the initial response, the film went on to become a commercial success over time.Kohli added that most people in the industry don’t necessarily want others to succeed. He recalled filmmaker Rakesh Roshan personally calling him to congratulate on the film. The director said that while such supportive people are rare, they do exist.The Mujhse Dosti Karoge! director said that the love shown by the film industry is often not genuine. And, contrary to popular belief, the idea of mutual back-scratching is a myth. He added that people are more likely to harm others than to help. He also pointed out how calling out practices like block booking invites criticism instead of support.Dhurandhar 2 Sets Box Office AblazeCurrently, the sequel to Dhar’s actioner is dominating the box office. The film has surpassed Rs 1,700 crore globally and continues to remain steady.The movie’s success is enough to silence the naysayers.