Aditya Dhar reacted to Hrithik Roshan’s praise and called it very encouraging.
Aditya Dhar’s reaction to Hrithik Roshan’s praise for Dhurandhar has attracted attention, especially after the actor shared two contrasting but commendable views on the film. While Hrithik questioned its politics, he praised its cinematic craft.
Aditya Dhar had a warm and candid response when Hrithik Roshan praised him stalwartAnd it has since become one of the most talked-about moments of the film. The director reacted with gratitude and excitement to Hrithik’s glowing post, teasing the sequel, after the actor shared two contrasting but equally honest perspectives on the spy thriller.
Dhar replied to the post in the comments and thanked Hrithik for his encouragement. He said that this appreciation means a lot to the entire team and said that every actor and department has given more than their best.
He wrote, “So grateful for your love for #Dhurandhar, @iHrithik sir. Every actor and every department gave more than 100%, and your appreciation is a big boost to the entire team. Thank you for celebrating their art. Part 2 is coming and we will try our best to live up to this encouragement (folded hands emoji).”
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Hrithik’s reactions on this stalwart It circulated on social media, drawing a rare mix of criticism and celebration. The film, released on December 5, is directed by Dhar and stars Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal and R Madhavan along with Ranveer Singh. Since its release, it has sparked widespread discussion for both its political background and its cinematic ambition.
The actor first shared his thoughts on Instagram, where he admitted his discomfort with the film’s political stance. He said he disagrees with its politics and feels that filmmakers have responsibilities as citizens of the world. Also, Hrithik admitted that he could not ignore how much the film influenced him as a student of cinema, praising its craft and the lessons it imparted in filmmaking.
A few hours later, Hrithik returned with another post, this time on X, focusing solely on the creative strengths of the film. He complimented Aditya Dhar’s direction, calling him an extraordinary filmmaker, and praised Ranveer Singh’s performance, highlighting the actor’s seamless shift from cool intensity to raw aggression.
Hrithik also described Akshaye Khanna as his long-time favourite, saying R Madhavan brought beauty and strength to his role, and described Sanjay Dutt’s performance as phenomenal. He also praised the makeup and prosthetics team before signing off by saying that he can’t wait for part two.
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The contradiction between Hrithik’s two reactions immediately caught the internet’s attention, with many users pointing out how one post questioned the politics of the film, while the other was a perfect tribute to its cinematic impact.
stalwart An espionage thriller set in Pakistan, Ranveer Singh plays the role of an Indian agent who infiltrates a terrorist network. The sequel is scheduled to release in theaters on March 19 next year.