Anupam Kher praised Dhurandhar, called the success of the film a slap to propaganda critics.
Anupam Kher praised the massive success of Dhurandhar, calling it a strong reply to those who labeled the film propaganda and lauded Aditya Dhar’s conviction-driven filmmaking.
Actor Anupam Kher is celebrating the huge success of Aditya Dhar these days. stalwartHe called it a befitting reply to those who tried to label the spy thriller as propaganda like some of his previous films. Commenting on the film’s record-breaking collections, Anupam said that its win is a slap to critics who try to undermine cinema driven by conviction rather than convenience.
On Saturday, Anupam shared a video on Instagram congratulating director Aditya Dhar on his success. stalwartWhich stars Ranveer Singh and Akshay Khanna. Despite not being associated with the film, the veteran actor said that its reception made him feel very at peace and proud.
Anupam said in Hindi, “I have no role in this film. I am not associated with anything. But I don’t know why, the success of this film has given a lot of peace to my heart. And I feel at peace and proud. This is their big success.”
Reflecting on how some films become milestones in cinema, Anupam said that he did not want to discuss box office numbers or technical aspects, but the impact such films leave behind. He cited classics such as The Godfather, Sholay And Mughal-e-Azamas with his own path-breaking films Summary, Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, Lamhe, A Wednesday! And Khosla’s nest,
For example, The Godfather was a historical film. Sholay was a historical film. Mughal-e-Azam There was a historical film and the films which I have not mentioned are only because they are not coming to my mind. I am not making this video as a historian. I am making this as a cinema goer. Such films give a new perspective to cinema lovers.”
Anupam praised Aditya Dhar for its production stalwart With full confidence rather than following a set formula.
“I like Aditya Dhar. Not just because he is a Kashmiri, or that he comes from a family of persecuted people, or because of his work, or because he has shown what success means, for his courage. But as a filmmaker because he has not followed any pattern or formula. No formula. Just conviction.”
Addressing the ongoing publicity debate surrounding the film, Anupam compared it with his own experience.
“There was a group of people who were behind proving the film to be propaganda. This is the same group that tried to prove it.” promotion in my film The Accidental Prime MinisterAnd they were successful in doing so. The same people tried to prove the propaganda kashmir filesAnd they were successful 30 percent of the time. This is because they have started the debate. stalwart This is a big slap on the face of such people.”
He said, “The film has slapped them down, ‘Don’t teach us what propaganda is. You’re not going to decide what a propaganda film is. Don’t make us feel small: that’s what the audience is saying to such people.’
Anupam further said that some people try to weaken the art for selfish reasons, but he feels vindicated when cinema expresses its views with the support of the audience.
“I am very proud and happy with the success of the film, and the film has set off the thought processes of many people. They tried so hard. What a wonderful journey you have had. And indeed, this year is yours, my friend. Not just because stalwartBut also from Yami’s films Article 370 To Right,” He said.
Director Aditya Dhar reacted to Anupam’s post saying that he is overwhelmed with the words of appreciation.
“Wow. It really means a lot, sir. There is such pure emotion and generosity in your words and to be mentioned in the same breath alongside those films is an honor that I do not take lightly at all,” he wrote.
He said, “What you said ‘Don’t underestimate us, this is what the audience is saying’ is absolutely true today. This has always been my intention as a filmmaker. Words like these motivate me to do better. I hope I keep making films that are honest, fearless and stand the test of time. In fact, I am overwhelmed right now.”
Film released on 5 December stalwart Entering the Rs 1000 crore club in just 21 days, it has emerged as the number one film of 2025. The espionage action thriller tells the story of an Indian spy sent to Lyari, Pakistan, to infiltrate a Baloch gang. Ranveer Singh plays the role of Hamza Ali Mazari, also known as Jaskirat Singh Rangi, while Akshaye Khanna plays gang leader Rehman Dacoit. The film also stars Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi. a sequel, Dhurandhar 2Scheduled to release on 19 March 2026.