The much-anticipated Bollywood spy thriller Dhurandhar, starring an ensemble cast led by Ranveer Singh, finally hit the big screens on 5 December. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, also features heavyweights like Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal in pivotal roles. Moments after its release, social media platforms, particularly Twitter (now X), became the epicenter of a wave of early audience reviews, with many viewers rushing online to share their unfiltered first impressions.
Social Media Erupts with Praise
Initial reactions from cinephiles have been overwhelmingly positive, painting a picture of a high-octane cinematic experience. One ecstatic fan declared the film a definitive hit, writing, "Dhurandhar is a blockbuster. What a movie." The user went on to dismiss any pre-release negativity and hailed Ranveer Singh's powerful comeback, concluding, "It is a must watch. #RanveerSingh is back and how. A masterpiece movie by Aditya Dhar in the spy movies. Waiting for Dhurandhar 2 now."
The technical prowess of the film also received significant applause. Another review highlighted the film's polished execution, noting, "Dhurandhar Review: BANG ON! Till now stellar editing, classic songs, great characters, crazy brutality and a BGM. This film has the whole package so far." The viewer expressed keen interest in seeing if the second half could maintain the thrilling momentum set up in the first.
A Griping and Intense Thrill Ride
The narrative strength and directorial vision were common points of praise among early viewers. One user succinctly praised the "Very very powerful story and dialogues," while another detailed the film's relentless pace. "Absolutely gripping so far," the review read. "It’s rough-edged, intense, and refuses to play safe. Aditya Dhar packs the first half with sharp pacing, strong character groundwork!"
The sentiment of getting full value for the ticket price was echoed by a user who termed it a "Paisa Wasool Movie." The review commended Ranveer Singh's "phenomenal" performance and praised the film's background score, action sequences, storyline, direction, and music, calling it a "must-watch."
The 'Animal' Comparison and Climactic Shock
One of the most talked-about reactions drew a direct comparison to last year's violent blockbuster, Ranbir Kapoor's Animal. A user boldly proclaimed, "Dhurandhar is a certified banger film. Authentic spy thriller genre lovers have a lot to enjoy... ANIMAL KA BAAP HAI YE." The review also singled out R Madhavan's performance as "A Rate" and reiterated the must-watch tag.
Many reviews hinted at an unforgettable finale. One viewer teased, "This film is out of syllabus! What a powerful & power packed film! 3 hours plus full of blast, dialogues baazi, creepy action stunts & engaging screenplay!" Another specifically pointed to the climax as the film's unique selling point, writing, "Climax & last half an hour of the film will give you Shock. And its the main USP of film." The user optimistically added that with recent hits, Bollywood seems to be returning to its golden days.
While these early Twitter reviews represent a segment of the audience, the unanimous excitement and specific praise for performances, direction, and technical aspects suggest Dhurandhar has made a strong first impression. The film's box office journey and broader critical reception will now be keenly watched in the days to come.
