The wave of acclaim for director Aditya Dhar's latest cinematic offering, 'Dhurandhar', continues to swell, with the film garnering praise from audiences and industry stalwarts alike. The latest and notably powerful voice to join this chorus of admiration is none other than Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the maverick director behind the blockbuster 'Animal'.
A Director's Salute on Social Media
Taking to the social media platform X on December 20, Sandeep Reddy Vanga penned a heartfelt and powerful appreciation for the film. He lauded 'Dhurandhar' for moving with what he described as "dominance and fierce." In his detailed post, Vanga highlighted the film's strong, silent masculine spine, a quality he deeply admires.
He specifically praised the clarity of the film's depiction, noting it had "zero chaos." Vanga went on to commend the top-notch music, performances, screenplay, and direction. He reserved special mention for lead actors Akshaye Khanna and Ranveer Singh, stating they "erased into air & just disappeared into characters effortlessly." In a direct shoutout to Aditya Dhar, Vanga thanked him for presenting the "true weight of untold sacrifices."
A Grateful and Heartfelt Response
Aditya Dhar, the director of the much-acclaimed 'Uri: The Surgical Strike', responded with deep gratitude. He acknowledged that praise from a filmmaker of Vanga's calibre held significant meaning for him. Dhar expressed his long-standing admiration for Vanga's fearlessness and his "faith in unapologetic, masculine storytelling."
In his reply on X, Dhar revealed that 'Dhurandhar' was shaped with sincerity, restraint, and conviction. He stated that Vanga's words provided a "quiet validation" for that creative journey. Dhar emphasized the importance of such voices in keeping Indian cinema honest, rooted, and strong, concluding that such mutual respect allows filmmakers to walk toward a "stronger cinema and a braver tomorrow for our country."
A Growing List of Admirers
The exchange between these two prominent directors is not an isolated incident. 'Dhurandhar', which features Ranveer Singh in the lead role alongside a stellar cast including Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, and R Madhavan, has been receiving accolades from various corners of the film industry.
Prior to Sandeep Reddy Vanga's praise, renowned filmmakers like Ram Gopal Varma, Karan Johar, and Siddharth Anand had already voiced their strong appreciation for the film. This consistent endorsement from within the film fraternity, coupled with a positive audience reception, solidifies 'Dhurandhar's position as one of the most talked-about and respected releases of the season.
The film's success appears to be built on a foundation of powerful performances, clear storytelling, and directorial vision—elements that have clearly resonated with both peers and the public, marking another significant achievement for Aditya Dhar.
