Liputan6.com, Jakarta - The highly anticipated Indian spy action thriller "Dhurandhar" officially hits theaters on December 5, 2025.
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film has captured public attention with its stellar cast and a premise inspired by true events.
"Dhurandhar," which means "Stalwart," stars Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal.
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Set against the backdrop of geopolitical conflict and covert operations, the film promises an intense cinematic experience for audiences.
Despite its recent release, early reviews from audiences and critics have flooded social media, with many praising "Dhurandhar" as a "mind-blowing" and "blockbuster" poised to dominate the box office.
Synopsis of Dhurandhar Movie
"Dhurandhar Movie" draws inspiration from real-life incidents, geopolitical conflicts, and RAW covert operations, particularly Operation Lyari.
The film is set against the backdrop of the 1999 IC-814 hijacking and the 2001 attack on the Indian Parliament, providing a rich and tense historical context.
The story centers on the Chief of the Indian Intelligence Bureau, Ajay Sanyal (played by R. Madhavan), who designs a daring mission.
His goal is to infiltrate and dismantle a powerful terrorist network operating in Pakistan, a task fraught with risks and challenges.
To carry out this dangerous operation, Sanyal recruits a 20-year-old from Punjab (played by Ranveer Singh).
This young man, who has been arrested for a revenge-driven crime, is tasked with infiltrating Karachi's ruthless and dangerous underworld.
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Early Reviews of Dhurandhar Movie
Upon its release on December 5, 2025, "Dhurandhar Movie" received largely positive initial reviews.
Many viewers on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), called the film "mind-blowing" and a "blockbuster," demonstrating high enthusiasm.
The film was praised as a gripping journey through a world of ruthless covert operations, betrayal, and raw suspense.
Ranveer Singh was praised for his "fierce screen presence" and "emotionally gritty performances" as the super spy.
Akshaye Khanna was called "out of the box" and an "outstanding performance" as the villain, while R. Madhavan and Arjun Rampal also delivered impressive performances.
However, there were some criticisms.
The film's long runtime, at 3 hours and 34 minutes, was considered a drawback by some viewers, although others argued that the non-stop action prevented the film from becoming boring.
The first half of the film was also called "slow" by some, but the second half was considered more fast-paced and action-packed.
"Dhurandhar" is expected to have a strong opening at the box office. Trade analysts project the film to gross between ₹18 and ₹20 crore net in India on its opening day.
Dhurandhar Movie Cast and Characters
"Dhurandhar Movie" features a star-studded cast of Indian actors playing key characters with compelling backgrounds.
Ranveer Singh plays a RAW agent, showcasing his acting prowess in a challenging role.
Other cast members who enliven the film include:
- Sanjay Dutt as SP Chaudhary Aslam, a character inspired by Chaudhry Aslam Khan.
- Akshaye Khanna as Rehman Dakait, based on gangster Rehman Dakait.
- R. Madhavan as Ajay Sanyal, Chief of the IB, whose character is inspired by Ajit Doval.
- Arjun Rampal as Major Iqbal, ISI, based on Ilyas Kashmiri.
- Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi as Jameel Yamali, based on Nabil Gabol, also complete the cast.
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