Saumya Tandon says she slapped Akshaye Khanna for real in Dhurandhar; bts photos
Saumya Tandon revealed that a powerful slap scene with Akshay Khanna in Dhurandhar was shot for real and completed in a single take over director Aditya Dhar’s insistence on authenticity.
stalwart It has been garnering nationwide attention since its theatrical release on December 5, with audiences praising its gripping narrative and powerful performances. Among the scenes that touched the heart is a highly emotional moment between Saumya Tandon and Akshaye Khanna, where their characters confront their husbands after a personal tragedy. Saumya has now revealed that the loud slap seen in the film was real and was filmed in a single take to maintain authenticity.
Saumya shared behind-the-scenes pictures from the shoot on X and showcased the emotionally packed sequence that marked her entry in the film. Talking about that moment, she wrote, “1. This was my entry scene into the film, and the love it has received has literally overwhelmed me. In this scene, I felt everything at once – anger towards my husband for being the reason behind our son’s death, helpless frustration, and deep, shared pain between us. And yes, I slapped Akshay once during his close-up, when Aditya insisted that it be authentic. I Was hoping to cheat, but had no such luck. My breakdown was done in a single take.”
In another picture, Saumya is seen sitting on the floor during the prayer meeting scene after her son’s death. Opening up about the emotional burden of that moment, she wrote, “2. It was the prayer meeting after my son passed away. The pain I felt in that moment has stayed with me – it came straight from the heart.”
Directed by Aditya Dhar, stalwart It is the story of Indian spy Hamza, who goes undercover in Pakistan to infiltrate a gang led by Rehman dacoit. Inspired by real-life events including the 2001 Parliament attack and the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, the film offers a tense portrayal of the India-Pakistan conflict.
The espionage thriller stars Ranveer Singh, R. Madhavan and Akshaye Khanna are in the lead roles, with Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi appearing in important roles. a sequel, Dhurandhar Part 2Scheduled for theatrical release on March 19, 2026.
