Bimal Oberoi Opens Up About His Role in Aditya Dhar's Cinematic Phenomenon
The cinematic universe of Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' and its sequel 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has been universally acclaimed, with critics and audiences alike celebrating the 'peak' performances delivered by the entire cast. While lead stars have garnered significant attention, the character actors have equally nailed their roles, contributing to the films' monumental success.
Bimal Oberoi's Journey to Becoming Shirani
One such standout performer is Bimal Oberoi, who portrayed Shirani, the formidable leader of the Baloch United Force (BUF) and a weapons manufacturer. In an exclusive conversation, Oberoi detailed how he secured this pivotal role. He revealed that he was at a career crossroads when the opportunity arose. 'Me career ke uss mod pe tha, jaha pe me kuch pick karu aise nahi tha,' he stated, emphasizing that he would have rejected a mere one-scene part.
The call came from Mukesh Chhabra's casting office, with assurances that this was a very important character requiring 10 to 20 days of shooting. Oberoi was informed that director Aditya Dhar had personally approved his pictures. The audition process was intensive, lasting about 1 to 1.5 hours and repeated two or three times before he finally bagged the role. 'Because I knew that if I got to play this role, I would be really lucky,' Oberoi expressed, highlighting his hopes and excitement.
Praising Aditya Dhar's Directorial Genius
Discussing his experience working with Aditya Dhar, Bimal Oberoi did not hold back his admiration. He called 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' a 'landmark' film, placing it alongside iconic movies like 'Gadar', 'Lagaan', 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan', and 'Sholay'. Oberoi marveled at Dhar's expertise despite being a young outsider to the industry. 'Aditya Dhar is so young and does not belong to the industry. He's an outsider, but he knows the pulse so well. He knows the technique so well. He knows the craft so well,' he praised.
He emphasized the director's relentless dedication, noting the challenge of delivering two high-quality films back-to-back within three to four months, complete with numerous songs. 'Mazak nahi hota, back-to-back tin chaar mahine me, even if you have shot films together, aap aisi do filmein dede! Aur itne saare gaane dede!' Oberoi asserted that Dhar was given a free hand, which he utilized masterfully because everyone trusted his vision and commitment.
The Making of a Cinematic Masterpiece
Bimal Oberoi further elaborated on Aditya Dhar's meticulous approach. He revealed that Dhar assembled a team of experts, bringing every 'Dhurandhar' from their respective fields on board to ensure the project's excellence. The director's ability to incorporate songs of various genres and eras seamlessly into the narrative was particularly noteworthy. 'This does not happen, like ek din uthe, eureka moment hogaya ki me yeh gana idhar dalunga,' Oberoi explained, stressing that such precision results from years of immersion in the filmmaking process.
Oberoi concluded with high praise, stating that Aditya Dhar ticked all the boxes for a hit movie while honing his craft. 'Yeh koi Dhurandhar hi kar sakta hai. Woh Dhurandhar director hai. Unka naam Aditya DhuranDHAR hojana chahiye,' he quipped, suggesting the director's name should reflect his monumental achievements.
About 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge'
Directed by Aditya Dhar, 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' features an ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, R Madhavan, Rakesh Bedi, and Sanjay Dutt in key roles. The film has achieved staggering box office success, crossing Rs 840 crore in India alone, making it the highest-grossing film released in theaters on March 19, 2026. This blockbuster continues to dominate entertainment discussions, setting new benchmarks in Indian cinema.
