Ranveer Singh’s upcoming film Dhurandhar is gearing up for a challenging release window. The action-packed spy thriller will go head-to-head with several major South Indian films, including NBK’s Akhanda 2, Mammootty’s Kamalkaval, and Karthi’s Vaa Vaathiyaar. With multiple big-star releases crowding the same period, Dhurandhar is expected to face stiff box-office competition across southern markets.
Complicating matters further, the film is already surrounded by controversy. The family of Ashoka Chakra awardee Major Mohit Sharma has approached the Delhi High Court, raising concerns about perceived similarities between the film’s narrative and the real-life heroism of the late soldier. They argue that such sensitive themes demand transparency and respect, prompting a legal review before release.
While director Aditya Dhar has stepped forward to clarify that Dhurandhar is entirely fictional and not based on Major Sharma, the film’s leading man Ranveer Singh has maintained complete silence. His decision to stay away from the ongoing conversation has become a talking point in itself — especially at a time when his career is in need of stability. With 83 and Cirkus underperforming at the box office, Dhurandhar was widely seen as a crucial comeback project.
Ranveer’s quiet stance has therefore surprised many. In situations involving national sentiment and the legacy of a soldier, audiences often expect the face of the film to acknowledge the issue with sensitivity — or at least express empathy toward the family involved. His absence from the discussion has created the impression that he is keeping distance at a time when his voice could have offered reassurance.
Despite these challenges, Dhurandhar still carries strong potential: a powerful ensemble cast, a seasoned director, and a genre that resonates with audiences. But with legal concerns unfolding and several big releases sharing the same date, the film’s journey is shaping up to be far more complicated than expected.
Whether Ranveer Singh chooses to address the matter in the coming days remains to be seen. For now, the spotlight stays not only on the film but also on the silence surrounding it.