Actor Danish Pandor, known for his portrayal of Uzair Baloch in the espionage thriller 'Dhurandhar', has sparked a conversation about the depiction of violence and moral ambiguity in cinema. In a recent interview, the actor delved into the complex perspectives that shape how audiences interpret on-screen actions.
Perspective Defines Violence: Pandor's Take
Speaking to Bollywood Bubble, Danish Pandor explained that the perception of violence is highly subjective and depends entirely on one's viewpoint. He emphasized that while the audience may view certain acts as violent, the characters within the film's narrative might not see them the same way.
"According to us, what we are thinking of as violence is considered non-violent by them," Pandor stated in Hindi, highlighting the chasm between an outsider's judgment and a character's internal justification. He firmly expressed that violence is never an option from a personal standpoint, but the film explores worlds where this principle is challenged.
The actor further elaborated that viewers naturally assess the movie from a third-person point of view, while the characters operate within their own subjective realities. "The way you judge things is your perspective; they judge things in their own way. So it is very subjective," he added, underscoring the film's intent to present a layered narrative rather than a simplistic moral tale.
Dhurandhar: A Box Office Juggernaut
The discussion around the film's content comes on the heels of its monumental commercial success. Directed by Aditya Dhar, 'Dhurandhar' boasts an ensemble cast including Sanjay Dutt, Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Sara Arjun, with pivotal roles played by Danish Pandor, Naveen Kaushik, Gaurav Gera, Saumya Tandon, Naseem Mughal, and Mohit Malik.
Since its release in theaters on December 5, 2025, the film has been setting the box office on fire. It has achieved the staggering milestone of crossing the Rs 1000 crore mark in global collections. Within India alone, the thriller is inching close to Rs 700 crore, with current estimates from Sacnilk pegging the domestic haul at over Rs 675 crore and counting.
What's Next for the Franchise?
The massive success has paved the way for a sequel, which is already eagerly anticipated by fans. The production has officially announced that the second part of 'Dhurandhar' is scheduled for release on March 19, 2026. This ensures that the conversations around the characters' motivations and the franchise's gritty world are far from over.
Danish Pandor's reflections add a significant layer to the understanding of the film, suggesting that 'Dhurandhar' aims to be more than just an action spectacle. It invites the audience to grapple with the grey areas of morality and the context that defines right and wrong within its high-stakes narrative of espionage and conflict.
