In a surprising turn for Bollywood, superstar Ranveer Singh has chosen an unusually quiet path following the massive box office success of his latest film, 'Dhurandhar'. Contrary to expectations of a victory lap filled with public appearances and celebratory posts, the actor, renowned for his boundless energy, has deliberately stepped back from the limelight.
The Uncharacteristic Silence
After 'Dhurandhar' shattered records, industry watchers anticipated Ranveer Singh would be everywhere, basking in the glory. Instead, the actor adopted a remarkably low-key stance. There were no grand interviews, no jubilant social media sprees, and a notable absence from the usual event circuit. His only nod to the film's success was a single, poignant update on his Instagram Stories.
The post featured a movie dialogue that read: “Kismat ki ek bohut khoobsurat aadat hai, ki woh waqt aane par badalti hai… Lekin filhal… Nazar aur sabr.” (Fortune has a beautiful habit of changing when the time comes… But for now… Focus and patience.) This cryptic message became his sole public commentary on the film's triumph.
Behind the Scenes: A Photographer's Insight
The reason behind this subdued reaction becomes clearer through an account shared by noted paparazzi photographer, Varinder Chawla. Having interacted with Singh multiple times during the film's promotional phase, Chawla provided a glimpse into the actor's mindset at a recent Hindi Rush roundtable discussion.
Chawla recalled their encounters, stating that during introductions, Ranveer repeatedly emphasized one thing: his immense hard work. “Paaji, maine bahaut mehnat ki hai ispe (Brother, I have worked very hard on this film),” was the line the actor led with, and repeated when they met again. This singular focus on the effort, rather than the anticipated outcome, stood out to the photographer.
The Physical Toll and Emotional Reward
Chawla elaborated on how Singh's dedication was not just talk. The actor underwent a significant physical transformation for the role, gaining 15 kilograms and then losing it all. This gruelling process was a testament to his commitment. The photographer's own experience watching the film confirmed this.
“When I watched the film and walked out of the theatre, I could feel the hard work put in by every single person involved,” Chawla said. Moved by the performance, he immediately messaged Ranveer to express his enjoyment. Even in this moment of praise, Singh's response circled back to his core theme: “Maine bahut mehnat ki hai (I have worked very hard for this film).”
Addressing Unfair Criticism in Bollywood
Chawla also used the platform to highlight a darker side of the industry—the unwarranted criticism actors often face. He pointed out the injustice when performers who invest their heart and soul into a project are subjected to negativity, sometimes stemming from personal grievances unrelated to their work.
“When someone puts in so much effort and keeps emphasising how hard they have worked, it’s unfair that some people, due to personal grudges against PRs, end up bad-mouthing actors like him,” Chawla stated, defending the sincerity he witnessed in Ranveer Singh's approach to 'Dhurandhar'.
This episode paints a picture of an artist for whom the creative process and the sheer labour of craftsmanship hold more weight than the immediate noise of success. Ranveer Singh's post-'Dhurandhar' silence, far from being aloof, appears to be a reflective pause by an actor deeply connected to the effort behind the art, choosing nazar aur sabr—focus and patience—over fleeting celebration.
