Aamir Khan Applauds Dhurandhar's Box Office Dominance at Delhi Film Festival
Aditya Dhar's gripping spy thriller Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues to captivate audiences nationwide, maintaining a powerful presence in theaters with consistently packed shows. The film's remarkable commercial performance has now drawn praise from one of Bollywood's most respected figures, Aamir Khan, who recently shared his enthusiastic support for the project.
Khan's Heartfelt Congratulations During Festival Appearance
Speaking on the second day of the International Film Festival of Delhi 2026, Aamir Khan revealed that he has been receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback about Dhurandhar's success. "I have not seen the film yet," the acclaimed actor admitted during his media interaction. "But I hear only praises of the film. Dhurandhar 1 and now Dhurandhar 2. Both the films have done exceptionally well, and my very best wishes to the team."
The 3 Idiots star emphasized his genuine admiration for the franchise's consistent performance, acknowledging the significant achievement of delivering back-to-back successful installments in the competitive spy drama genre.
Delhi Film Festival Provides Platform for Cinematic Celebration
Aamir Khan's appearance at the festival wasn't solely focused on Dhurandhar's accomplishments. The veteran actor was also present to support the screening of his own film, Sitaare Zameen Par, expressing particular excitement about participating in the festival's inaugural edition.
"It's a real pleasure that our film 'Sitaare Zameen Par' is being screened at the Delhi Film Festival," Khan shared with evident enthusiasm. "And I think this is the first year of the festival? First time, yeah. And I'm really happy that our film is being screened here. It's a film that Prasanna has directed and both of us are very happy and proud of the film and what it says."
The actor highlighted the unique opportunity the festival provides for meaningful audience engagement, noting: "And it gives us an opportunity to interact with audiences over here, which I think mostly are young films."
Government-Backed Festival Creates Cinematic Hub
The International Film Festival of Delhi represents a significant government-supported initiative transforming the capital into a vibrant cinematic destination. Running from March 25 to 31 in New Delhi, this city-wide celebration brings together diverse Indian and international films under a single prestigious platform.
The festival's comprehensive program includes:
- Multiple film screenings across various venues
- Engaging panel discussions with industry experts
- Networking events connecting filmmakers and enthusiasts
- Special showcases highlighting emerging cinematic talent
This carefully curated environment provides cinephiles, filmmakers, and industry professionals with valuable opportunities to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the art of filmmaking while fostering cultural exchange through cinematic storytelling.
The convergence of Dhurandhar's commercial triumph and the festival's cultural significance creates a particularly noteworthy moment in contemporary Indian cinema, demonstrating both the industry's commercial vitality and its commitment to artistic celebration through events like the International Film Festival of Delhi.
