Aditya Dhar overwhelmed as Kohli lauds Dhurandhar, saying he ‘didn’t flinch once’

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar has expressed his profound gratitude following glowing endorsements from India’s premier power couple, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, for his latest cinematic outing, Dhurandhar: The Revenge. The film, an expansive action epic, has not only captivated audiences but has now received the ultimate seal of approval from the sporting and cinematic elite.

Cricket legend Virat Kohli was effusive in his praise, describing the film as an unmatched cinematic experience. Kohli remarked that he “didn’t flinch once” during the production’s ambitious four-hour runtime and singled out lead actor Ranveer Singh’s turn as “beyond brilliant”.

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Responding to the cricketer’s accolades, Dhar penned an emotional tribute to the former captain. “Wooowww! Can't believe this is happening Virat, this genuinely means so much. Been a fan since your Under-19 WC days,” the director wrote. He further noted that witnessing a “once-in-a-generation legend” offer such support “hits different,” pledging to continue making films that make the nation proud.

The acclaim continued with Anushka Sharma, who lauded the film’s "gripping and immersive" conviction. Dhar responded to her appreciation with equal warmth, stating: “This is truly overwhelming coming from such an exceptional talent like you. Thank you so much, Anushka. It only pushes us to aim higher, to tell stories with honesty, heart and purpose... to create something that truly moves people.”

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Dhurandhar: The Revenge has rapidly transformed into a global phenomenon. Boasting a stellar ensemble cast including R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, and Arjun Rampal, the film has already breached the staggering Rs 1,000 crore mark at the box office. The film continues its box office juggernaut with sustained pan-India appeal and record-breaking occupancy. (With inputs from Agencies)