Kunal Kohli Applauds 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' for Elevating Indian Cinema
Renowned filmmaker Kunal Kohli recently took to his Instagram account to express his admiration for the blockbuster film 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', starring Ranveer Singh in the lead role. In a heartfelt video message, Kohli extended his congratulations to director Aditya Dhar, lead actor Ranveer Singh, and Jio Studios for their remarkable achievement.
Celebrating Genuine Box Office Success
Kohli emphasized that the film has demonstrated the true potential of the Indian box office by earning over 100 crores in a single day, not once but twice. He stated, "Congratulations Aditya Dhar, Ranveer Singh, and Jio Studios. You all have earned 100 crores+ a day, twice. Dhurandhar, of course, has become the biggest hit of Indian cinema, which is wonderful."
He further highlighted that this success underscores the power of authentic storytelling, noting that "desi subjects and desi stories work like nothing else." Kohli urged the industry to focus on indigenous narratives rather than being influenced by Westernized ideas.
Defining the Hindi Film Hero
In his video, Kohli also shared his vision for a Hindi film hero, asserting that such characters should embody masculinity and purpose. He remarked, "Hero ko mard hona chahiye, Hindi film hero ko mard hona chahiye. Not some confused lost boy." He cited examples like his own film 'Saiyaara' and 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' as embodiments of this ideal, pointing to their impressive box office numbers as proof of their appeal.
Critique of Fake Box Office Collections
Kohli did not shy away from criticizing the prevalent practice of inflating box office figures in the industry. He took a direct dig at producers who resort to fake collections, stating, "Fake collections kar karke bhi you are not doing hundred crores for the entire lifetime of your film; this is doing Rs 100 crore in a day with genuine collections." This comment underscores his appreciation for the transparency and authenticity of 'Dhurandhar's' financial success.
Film Details and Release Information
'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', directed by Aditya Dhar, features a stellar cast including:
- Ranveer Singh in the lead role
- Arjun Rampal
- Sanjay Dutt
- R Madhavan
- Sara Arjun
- Rakesh Bedi
The film was released on March 19, 2026, in multiple languages: Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada, making it a pan-Indian cinematic experience.
Kohli concluded his praise by thanking the team for "showing us the real potential of Indian cinema," reinforcing his belief in the power of homegrown stories to achieve global recognition and commercial success.
