Screenwriters Association Awards 2026: Gulzar, Javed Akhtar, Aditya Dhar, Aryan Khan land major nods Achieving a premier status as the most respected recognition for the "architects of the screen," the 7th edition of the SWA (Screenwriters Association) Awards has unveiled its full list of nominations. The awards will celebrate the groundbreaking films, series, and television shows of 2025 that pushed the envelope of storytelling in a grand ceremony set for May 23. The SWA awards are witnessing high-profile industry names—including Anurag Basu, Aditya Dhar, Sudip Sharma, and debutant Aryan Khan—landing major nominations across categories. In the Web Comedy/Musical/Romance segment, Aryan Khan’s debut work, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, has secured a significant footprint with three nominations across Best Story, Best Screenplay (co-written with Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan), and Best Dialogue, penned by Khan himself. The Web Drama category is a clash of heavyweights. Writers securing nominations across the Story, Screenplay, and Dialogue categories include Satyanshu Singh and Arkesh Ajay (Black Warrant), Sudip Sharma, Abhishek Banerjee, Rahul Kanojia, and Tamal Sen (Paatal Lok: Season 2), and Smita Singh (Khauf). They are joined by the team of Simaab Hashmi, Dhruv Narang, and Mahesh Mathai for Real Kashmir Football Club. Notably, Sumit Arora has bagged a Best Dialogue nomination for The Family Man: Season 3, while Pushkar Sunil Mahabal is in the running for Black, White &... #full_list #Aditya_Dhar #Association #Javed_Akhtar #Aryan_Khan #Screenwriters_Association #Association_Awards #nods_Achieving #premier_status #respected_recognition
BREAKING: Dhurandhar The Revenge’s ‘Raw and Undekha’ version to drop internationally on Netflix on May 14; to be three minutes longer than the theatrical version Dhurandhar The Revenge completed 50 glorious days today, May 8. The film has continued to do well in cinemas since day 1, and in a week’s time, it will finally drop on OTT. Bollywood Hungama has learned that Dhurandhar The Revenge will release on Netflix in international territories from May 14. Interestingly, the viewers will get to catch a longer version online. Today, the overseas audiences learned that the Netflix app displays the information that Dhurandhar The Revenge will drop internationally on May 14. Interestingly, the title displayed on the streaming platform is ‘Dhurandhar The Revenge (Raw and Undekha)’. And that’s not all. The run time shown on the app is 3 hours and 52 mins. The theatrical version’s duration is 3 hours, 49 minutes and 6 seconds. Hence, the OTT version is longer by 3 minutes. Dhurandhar stars Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi and others. It is produced by Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios and Aditya Dhar and Lokesh Dhar of B62 Studios and written and directed by Aditya Dhar. The first part was released on December 5, 2025 and became an all-time blockbuster, breaking all records. The sequel, Dhurandhar The Revenge, was an even bigger hit and set new records. It now remains to be seen whether Dhurandhar The Revenge will also be available ... #Netflix #Aditya_Dhar #Dhurandhar #Revenge #Undekha’_version #Revenge_completed #glorious_days #drop_internationally #Undekha’ #version_Dhurandhar
EXCLUSIVE: "We're NOT done with Dhurandhar yet," reveals Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios Dhurandhar, the blockbuster franchise, directed by Aditya Dhar and produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios and headlined by Ranveer Singh, has become one of the biggest game changers in Indian cinema. And guess what? In case you thought it's over and we have to move on, hang in there, there’s more to look forward to. In an exclusive conversation with Bollywood Hungama, Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios has confirmed that a surprise is in store. “We’re not done with Dhurandhar yet. We’ll hopefully have a surprise for the audience later this year. There’s something up our sleeves,” she said. While details remain under wraps, this confirmation is all set to spark huge anticipation among all the fans of Dhurandhar. After the massive success of Part 1 in 2025, which collected Rs. 895. 96 crores, Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026) went even bigger, earning a staggering Rs. 1100. 55 crores at the box office. The franchise didn’t just break records; it broke rules. It broke records not just in India but overseas as well. An A-rated film, with no traditional A-list female lead, unapologetic violence, a longer runtime, and a bold two-part release strategy - Dhurandhar defied all so-called commercial formulas. And yet, audiences embraced it wholeheartedly, turning it into a cultural and box office phenomenon. And now, if Dhurandhar has taught us anything, it’s this - expect the unexpected. Also Rea... #Aditya_Dhar #Dhurandhar #Ranveer_Singh #Indian_cinema #Jio_Studios #Studios #biggest_game #Jyoti_Deshpande #reveals_Jyoti #game_changers
Dhurandhar The Revenge controversy settles: Santosh Kumar apologises to Aditya Dhar and team, Bombay High Court closes defamation suit The legal tussle involving Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar The Revenge has, for the time being, reached a resolution after the Bombay High Court disposed of a defamation case. The development came after filmmaker Santosh Kumar formally apologised for his earlier public remarks. The dispute traces back to March 2026, when Kumar accused Dhar of lifting the storyline for Dhurandhar The Revenge from his own script titled D-Saheb. He claimed that his script had been officially registered with the Screenwriters Association in 2023. These allegations were made during a press conference, following which Dhar approached the High Court, arguing that the statements were defamatory and had harmed his professional reputation. As reported by Live Law, the matter was heard by a single-judge bench presided over by Justice Arif Doctor, who ultimately closed the case after Kumar issued an unconditional apology in court. The official order recorded that Kumar’s counsel submitted the apology for statements made during the March 30, 2026 press interaction. Dhar’s legal representative informed the court that, in view of the apology, his client no longer wished to continue pursuing the defamation suit or seek damages. Accepting the apology, Dhar agreed that the matter could be concluded, leading the court to dispose of the case, noting that no further issues remained ... #High_Court #Aditya_Dhar #Aditya #Bombay_High #Bombay #Revenge_controversy #Santosh_Kumar #involving_Aditya #Kumar_apologises #controversy_settles
Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar controversy: Santosh Kumar RS agrees to stay silent on Aditya Dhar amid court proceedings The ongoing controversy surrounding Dhurandhar The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh, has taken a fresh turn, with filmmaker Santosh Kumar RS agreeing to refrain from making any further public remarks against director Aditya Dhar. As per reports, the matter came up before the Bombay High Court, where Santosh Kumar’s legal representative conveyed that the filmmaker would avoid speaking about the dispute in public going forward. Instead, he would rely on appropriate legal channels to address his concerns. It was also suggested on his behalf that earlier comments were not specifically aimed at Aditya Dhar. The court, however, noted that making such an assurance enforceable in a broader sense could be challenging but decided to formally record Kumar’s commitment to avoid any further statements that could be seen as defamatory. On the other side, Aditya Dhar’s legal team pushed for a public apology over the earlier allegations. His counsel argued that publicly accusing someone of wrongdoing could have serious implications and maintained that an apology would be appropriate under the circumstances. However, Kumar’s side did not agree to this, stating that he believes he has sufficient grounds to support his claims and therefore would not apologise at this stage. With this, the court chose to close the interim plea while clearly stating that no further contro... #controversy_surrounding #Aditya_Dhar #Ranveer_Singh #starring_Ranveer #Santosh_Kumar #Singh_starrer #Dhurandhar_controversy #starrer_Dhurandhar #surrounding_Dhurandhar #ongoing_controversy
Dhurandhar set to release in Japan on July 10, 2026 Following its remarkable and record-shattering global box office journey, Jio Studios and B62 Studios’, Aditya Dhar directorial Dhurandhar (Part One) is set to make its theatrical debut in Japan on 10th July 2026, marking yet another milestone in the film’s expanding international footprint. The Japan release builds on an extraordinary run across key global markets, with the film delivering record-breaking performances and unlocking newer territories for Indian cinema. The first instalment of the spy action entertainer garnered Rs. 1328+ crores worldwide when it released globally on 5th December 2005. Dhurandhar (Part 1) recorded a landmark performance internationally, emerging as the No. 1 Hindi film of all time in North America, while also becoming the highest-grossing Indian film ever in Canada and Australia, and ranking among the top-performing Indian films in the UK. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jio Studios (@officialjiostudios) With its unique blend of scale, storytelling, and genre appeal, Dhurandhar is well-positioned to connect with Japanese audiences. The film combines high-octane action, drama, and layered storytelling, delivering a cinematic experience that is both immersive and universally engaging. One of the most celebrated films in recent Hindi cinema, Dhurandhar has been widely appreciated by audiences and has broken multiple box office records worldwide. The film features ... #July #Aditya_Dhar #Japan #theatrical_debut #Jio_Studios #Dhar_directorial #Japan_release #international_footprint #expanding_international #Dhurandhar_set
Bombay High Court urges amicable settlement in Aditya Dhar-Santosh Kumar dispute over Dhurandhar The Revenge script The Bombay High Court on Thursday indicated that the defamation suit filed by writer-director Aditya Dhar against Santosh Kumar over plagiarism allegations related to Dhurandhar 2 – The Revenge should not escalate further. Justice Arif Doctor suggested that both sides try to resolve the matter amicably. The court observed that disputes of this nature can often be resolved without escalating into extended defamation litigation. Court advises restraint in public allegations The case began after Santosh Kumar publicly claimed that the script of the sequel was copied from his earlier work. Aditya Dhar denied the allegation and called the claims defamatory. He then approached the High Court seeking relief. During the hearing, Justice Doctor said that if Kumar believes his intellectual property was copied, he is free to pursue civil remedies through proper legal channels. However, the court made it clear that such concerns should not be raised through public statements in the media. The court also noted that disagreements over authorship can be addressed through structured legal procedures rather than public exchanges. Counsel clarifies position on authorship claim Kumar’s advocate told the court that his client’s grievance was limited to asserting authorship of the story. The court acknowledged that Kumar is entitled to make such a claim. At the same time, it... #High_Court #Court #Aditya_Dhar #Dhurandhar #Revenge #Bombay_High #Bombay #Santosh_Kumar #Revenge_script #urges_amicable
Delhi High Court sends Dhurandhar The Revenge song dispute between Trimurti Films and B62 Studios to mediation The Delhi High Court has referred the copyright dispute over the song ‘Rang De Lal’ (Oye Oye) from Dhurandhar The Revenge to mediation. The case involves Trimurti Films and director Aditya Dhar’s production banner B62 Studios. Trimurti Films has alleged that the song in the film includes unauthorised use of music from ‘Tirchi Topiwala,’ a track from the 1989 film Tridev starring Sunny Deol. The company claims it holds the music rights to the original song. Justice Tushar Rao Gedela observed that the dispute appears to be mainly financial in nature. According to a report by Bar and Bench, the court suggested that the parties could resolve issues related to royalty and compensation through mediation. It also ordered the appointment of a senior mediator to supervise the process. Additionally, Trimurti Films argued that the use of the song, or a version that is substantially similar to it, in Dhurandhar The Revenge was done without the required licence. The complaint also covers the song’s theatrical use, its presence on digital platforms, and its use in promotional material linked to the film. Senior Advocate Swathi Sukumar, appearing for Trimurti Films, told the court that the music’s use, including its standalone availability on digital platforms, was unauthorised. Senior Advocate Akhil Sibal, representing Super Cassettes Industries Limited, which holds the audi... #Delhi #High_Court #Delhi_High #Films #Aditya_Dhar #High #Trimurti_Films #Oye_Oye #Oye #Trimurti
“Truth started getting labelled as propaganda”: Sandeep Reddy Vanga DEFENDS Dhurandhar duology; Aditya Dhar REACTS! Months after the release of Dhurandhar in December 2025 and its sequel, Dhurandhar The Revenge, on March 19, 2026, the Aditya Dhar-directed duology continues to remain part of industry conversations. The latest filmmaker to weigh in on the debate surrounding the films is Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who strongly reacted to those labelling the project as propaganda. Vanga recently attended a screening of Dhurandhar: The Revenge at Allu Arjun’s theatre in Hyderabad, along with Prabhas, who is set to headline his upcoming directorial, Spirit. After watching the film, the filmmaker took to X to share his thoughts and defend the makers. In his post, Vanga wrote, “Writers & actors built careers on propaganda, and the industry stayed quiet like cats. Now the same clan mock Dhurandhar. You don’t get to call yourself liberal if your first instinct is to Mock. Don’t know when truth started getting labeled as propaganda. . . . . . strange times. ”He further added, “I want to tell @AdityaDharFilms & @RanveerOfficial yeh kaala drishti aise nahi jaayega. . . Muthi bhar ke laal mirch se kaam nahi chalega. . . . poora khet jalana padega / Watched #Dhurandhar2TheRevenge last night. . . . Outstanding film. ”Responding to the message, director Aditya Dhar shared a note of appreciation for Vanga’s support and conviction. He wrote, “Mere Pyaare Sandeep, I genuinely love th... #Aditya_Dhar #Dhurandhar #Aditya #Sandeep_Reddy #Reddy_Vanga #Vanga #Dhurandhar_duology #Dhar_REACTS #Aditya_Dhar-directed #Dhar-directed_duology
Dhurandhar The Revenge faces copyright suit over alleged unauthorised use of ‘Rang De Lal’ Production banner Trimurti Films has filed a lawsuit against filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s company B62 Studios, alleging unauthorised use of the song ‘Rang De Lal’ in the film Dhurandhar The Revenge. The dispute relates to the rights to the track, which originally appeared in the 1989 film Tridev. The song was co-composed by Anand–Milind, written by Sameer Anjaan, and sung by Amit Kumar and Sapna Mukherjee. What the lawsuit alleges According to sources familiar with the matter, Trimurti Films has claimed ownership or control over the relevant rights connected to the musical work and sound recording of ‘Rang De Lal’. The company has alleged that the song, or a version substantially similar to it, was used in the film without obtaining the necessary permissions. The suit states that such use amounts to copyright infringement, including unauthorised reproduction and communication of the work to the public. Trimurti Films has sought an injunction to restrain further use of the song, along with damages and related reliefs. The production house has also raised concerns about the commercial exploitation of the track through theatrical screenings, streaming platforms and promotional material linked to the film. Dhurandhar The Revenge is a 2026 Hindi-language spy action thriller directed by Aditya Dhar. The film is produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios and serves as the sequel to Dhurandhar (2... #Aditya_Dhar #film #filmmaker_Aditya #Revenge_faces #Trimurti_Films #film_Tridev #banner_Trimurti #Rang #Lal’ #Lal’_Production
Dhurandhar Row: Bombay High Court restrains plagiarism accuser; relief for director Aditya Dhar In a recent development surrounding Dhurandhar The Revenge, the Bombay High Court has granted interim relief to director Aditya Dhar by restricting filmmaker Santosh Kumar from making further public statements about the film that could harm his reputation. The order was passed on Wednesday by Justice Arif Doctor after hearing submissions made on behalf of Dhar. The court noted that, at this stage, Dhar had presented sufficient grounds to seek protection, and directed Kumar to refrain from repeating or issuing any statements against the filmmaker or his film until the matter is heard again. The case has now been scheduled for further hearing on April 16. The dispute began shortly after the release of Dhurandhar The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh. Santosh Kumar had held a press conference alleging that the film’s story was copied from his own script, which he claimed to have registered with the Screenwriters Association in 2023. According to him, the script, titled D Saheb, had earlier been pitched to multiple production houses before Dhar allegedly used it for his film. Responding to these claims, Dhar approached the court, stating that the allegations were baseless and had caused damage to his professional reputation. His legal team argued that the statements made during the press conference were widely circulated online through multiple videos and social media posts, amplify... #High_Court #Aditya_Dhar #Aditya #High #Bombay_High #Dhar #Bombay #director_Aditya #Dhurandhar_Row #interim_relief
EXCLUSIVE: Mukesh Chhabra ADMITS he and Aditya Dhar were initially unsure about casting Sara Arjun opposite Ranveer Singh; says, “She matched the brief exactly” The casting of Sara Arjun opposite Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar sparked widespread conversation after the trailer release, especially around the noticeable age gap between the two actors. Now, casting director Mukesh Chhabra has revealed that he and director Aditya Dhar were initially unsure about finalising her for the role. Speaking exclusively with Bollywood Hungama, Chhabra explained that the team had always planned to cast a completely fresh face for the character rather than a familiar actress. He said, “From the beginning, Aditya and I were very clear that we needed a face that looked like she belonged to that world. There should be no baggage. A new face works better. If we had cast someone who had already done two films, the connection would not feel right because the boy is meeting her there for the first time. ”He added, “Sara had done a few films as a child actor but as a full-fledged heroine in a Bollywood film she had never done that before. The idea was to cast the character, not think of it as casting a typical lead. ” Over 1,000 auditions were conducted before shortlisting Sara Arjun Chhabra revealed that the team conducted an extensive audition process that lasted nearly a year before narrowing down the options. “We were very clear that if we are entering that world, the audience should feel su... #Aditya_Dhar #Ranveer_Singh #Ranveer #Sara_Arjun #Mukesh_Chhabra #opposite_Ranveer #Chhabra_ADMITS #Dhurandhar_sparked #Arjun_opposite #initially_unsure
Aditya Dhar vs Santosh Kumar Row: Legal action looms over Dhurandhar 2 script theft allegations A fresh controversy has erupted in the film industry, with filmmaker Aditya Dhar and writer Santosh Kumar at the centre of a growing legal dispute over alleged script theft related to Dhurandhar 2 aka Dhurandhar The Revenge. The matter has now taken a serious turn, with both sides preparing for legal action while publicly presenting contrasting claims. According to a source quoted by Hindustan Times, Aditya Dhar has already responded through his legal team and is considering further steps. “Aditya Dhar has already issued a notice to Santosh Kumar through his legal team, refuting the allegations and requesting him to refrain from making false claims. Despite the aforesaid, since Santosh continues to make baseless allegations, Aditya is in the process of initiating appropriate legal proceedings against him. "However, Santosh Kumar has strongly refuted the claim that a formal legal notice was issued. He maintained that the communication received was merely a response to his email and alleged that he was being pressured to stay silent. “It is not a notice, it is just a reply on my mail. They were harassing me, that I should not complain and that I am defaming them for my publicity. I told them I am going legal, so don’t send me messages, come to court," Santosh Kumar reportedly told the media. The writer further claimed that he attempted to reach out to the filmmaker and associa... #Santosh #Aditya_Dhar #Dhurandhar #film_industry #Dhar #Santosh_Kumar #script_theft #aka_Dhurandhar #Kumar_Row #theft_related
Hong Kong multiplex announces Dhurandhar marathon screening amid global success of Dhurandhar The Revenge Following the strong global response to Dhurandhar The Revenge, a multiplex in Hong Kong has announced a special back-to-back screening event featuring both chapters of director Aditya Dhar’s espionage saga. The event, titled the Dhurandhar Movie Marathon, will bring together Dhurandhar and its sequel in a single extended theatrical presentation lasting nearly nine hours. The screenings are scheduled to take place at Premiere Elements on April 12, with three planned breaks between the films. The announcement was shared by Hong Kong distributor AA Tech on social media, describing the marathon as a response to sustained audience demand for a combined theatrical viewing of the franchise. View this post on Instagram A post shared by AA Tech | Indian Movies in HK 🍿 (@aatech. hk) Marathon to showcase Ranveer Singh’s dual performance across both chaptersThe event will allow audiences to experience the full narrative arc of Ranveer Singh’s characters Jaskirat Singh Rangi and Hamza Ali Mazari across the two films in one continuous theatrical outing. Positioned as a large-scale franchise viewing experience, the marathon reflects how the espionage series has continued to expand its audience footprint beyond India following the release of the sequel. Box-office momentum continues into second weekMeanwhile, Dhurandhar The Revenge has continued its theatrical run with st... #Aditya_Dhar #Dhurandhar #Hong_Kong #announces_Dhurandhar #amid_global #director_Aditya #Kong_multiplex #multiplex_announces #global_success #strong_global
EXCLUSIVE: Dhurandhar The Revenge makers correct mirror goof; revised prints sent to cinemas Dhurandhar The Revenge has been loved for its subject, storytelling, performances, music, massy moments, well-etched characters and of course, the peak detailing by the master, Aditya Dhar. A few days after its release, a minor goof in the film came to light. In a crucial scene just after the intermission, Hamza aka Jaskirat Singh Rangi (Ranveer Singh) gets into a fight with Gurbaaz Singh aka Pinda (Udaybir Sandhu) in a palatial bathroom. Though there’s lots happening in the sequence and the tension is at an all-time high, an observant moviegoer noticed that the reflection of the cameraman is visible in one shot. A screenshot of the moment was widely circulated on social media. Bollywood Hungama has now learned that the makers have rectified this blunder. A trade source told us, “Cinemas across the country were sent revised prints of the film and were told to screen them with immediate effect. Some theatres received the new print on Saturday, while others got it on Sunday. ”The source continued, “In this new print, the cameraman can no longer be seen in the mirror’s reflection. When you are delivering such a mammoth film, you need to take care of countless aspects. Once in a while, mistakes do happen. Even in Hollywood films, one can spot many such goofs. It’s praiseworthy that Aditya Dhar and team got the mistake corrected. It goes without saying that even after the theatr... #Aditya_Dhar #Dhurandhar #Ranveer_Singh #Revenge #Revenge_makers #cinemas_Dhurandhar #well-etched_characters #peak_detailing #Singh_Rangi #Jaskirat_Singh
Aditya Dhar warns against AI-manipulated Dhurandhar: The Revenge visuals, calls them “malicious and misleading” Filmmaker Aditya Dhar took to Instagram and issued a clarification addressing the circulation of manipulated visuals related to his film Dhurandhar: The Revenge. The director took to Instagram to warn audiences about AI-generated misinformation being spread using altered promotional material from the film. In his statement, Dhar expressed gratitude for the film’s reception, saying, “I am deeply grateful & indebted for the overwhelming love that Dhurandhar The Revenge has received from audiences across the country and the world. ” However, he raised concern over certain fabricated images being circulated online, which he said misrepresent the film’s content. Highlighting a specific instance, Dhar stated, “One such fabricated image falsely depicts the character Hamza/Jaskirat smoking while wearing a turban. This is completely untrue and does not form part of the film or any official material released by us. It is a deliberate act of misrepresentation intended to provoke and create mischief. ” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aditya Dhar (@adityadharfilms) He further emphasised his stance on cultural sensitivity, adding, “Let me state this unequivocally: I hold the highest respect for the Sikh community, and every portrayal in the film has been handled with utmost sensitivity, dignity, and responsibility. ” Dhar described the circulation... #Aditya_Dhar #film #film_Dhurandhar #Dhar #Filmmaker_Aditya #Revenge_visuals #manipulated_visuals #visuals_related #AI-manipulated_Dhurandhar #clarification_addressing
SCOOP: Ekta Kapoor-Tanuj Garg join hands for big political thriller; touches upon tragic Pahalgam attack The wave of patriotic fervour is clearly ruling Bollywood, as evident by the blockbuster success of films like Uri: The Surgical Strike (2019), Gadar 2 (2023), Article 370 (2024), Dhurandhar (2025), Border 2 (2026) etc. The recently released film, Dhurandhar The Rampage, directed by Aditya Dhar and produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, is on a rampage and is all set to rewrite box office records. The success of these films has reinforced the belief that audiences continue to respond strongly to high-conviction, nationalistic storytelling rooted in real events and contemporary geopolitics. Bollywood Hungama has now learned that an ambitious political thriller is all set to join this coveted list. An industry source told Bollywood Hungama, “Ekta Kapoor, Tanuj Garg and Atul Kasbekar have joined hands to make a film which is yet untitled. They are expected to mount a large-scale narrative in the same space of hard-hitting, emotionally charged cinema. ”While the title and official announcement remain under wraps, early whispers indicate that the tragic Pahalgam attack is said to form a pivotal part of the storyline, adding a strong emotional and geopolitical dimension to the film. Meanwhile, the source told us that the film is being helmed by a blockbuster south director. The producers remained unavailable for comment at the time of publication. This marks the first ass... #Aditya_Dhar #Bollywood_Hungama #Pahalgam_attack #Jio_Studios #Surgical_Strike #patriotic_fervour #Ekta_Kapoor-Tanuj #Kapoor-Tanuj_Garg #ruling_Bollywood #tragic_Pahalgam
Ram Gopal Varma on Aditya Dhar & Yami Gautam; “Grounded, humble, unchanged” Ram Gopal Varma has expressed tremendous admiration for the vision and craft of director Aditya Dhar, who in turn has often cited Varma as a key inspiration. Over the past weekend, Aditya Dhar and Yami Gautam invited Ram Gopal Varma to their home in Mumbai. Varma came away deeply impressed and moved by the couple’s warmth and hospitality. “For those who believe that success has changed Aditya, I am happy to say he remains grounded, humble, soft-spoken, and uncorrupted. And his wife Yami is just as grounded and gracious. I must say they are the most down-to-earth power couple in our movie industry,” says Varma. So, what did they speak about? “What do you think? Dhurandhar, of course. When I told Aditya he has changed the grammar of Hindi cinema, he just smiled. He is not taking his success seriously, he is letting others do it. ”Also Read: Ram Gopal Varma backs Dhurandhar: The Revenge again; calls it a ‘reset button for Indian Cinema’... #Varma #Yami_Gautam #Aditya_Dhar #Aditya #Ram #Dhar #Ram_Gopal #Gopal_Varma #Gopal #key_inspiration
Unrevealed facts on Dhurandhar: Aditya Dhar REVEALS entire budget and how both films combined became an 8-hour saga: "A scene that was meant to be for 10 seconds actually required 2 minutes" The amount Aditya Dhar was spending per day on shooting Uri, he was spending almost 11 to 12 lakhs lesser than that every day on shooting Dhurandhar. As Aditya told me, it was insanity the way they have pulled off this film. What is the cost of shooting the actual end product? How much did it cost? Aditya told me it's about Rs. 255 crores. Yes, both the films together cost a paltry Rs 255 crores to shoot. Originally, it was meant to be one film only. But an 8-hour film seemed out of the question. Hence, Dhurandhar was split into two. The length increased as the film was being shot. Because Aditya realized that the small montages were turning into big, big scenes. And those big scenes were turning out to be highlights, one after the other. So, what to cut? Aditya explained to me, “A scene that was meant to be for say 10 seconds, it actually required two minutes. ”To take an example, there was the scene in which Major Iqbal is introduced. Arjun Rampal's character is introduced where he says that I want to buy guns. That was supposed to be two-and-a-half-minute scene. It eventually became eight-nine minutes long. While Aditya had a water-tight script, the dialogues were enhanced on the sets. A lot of the banter which you hear in the film are actually what Aditya Dhar thought on ... #Aditya_Dhar #Aditya #Uri #REVEALS_entire #shooting_Uri #Dhar_REVEALS #Unrevealed_facts #lakhs_lesser #entire_budget #REVEALS
Aditya Dhar worked till 2:30 am on Dhurandhar: The Revenge release day, reveals Mukesh Chhabra Dhurandhar The Revenge began its theatrical run on March 19, 2026, following paid previews a day earlier. As the Aditya Dhar directorial continues to receive positive early reactions, casting director Mukesh Chhabra has shared a note praising the filmmaker’s dedication and vision. Taking to social media, Chhabra revealed that Dhar was still working on the film at 2:30 am on the day of release. He described this level of commitment as rare and inspiring. While keeping his comments brief about the film itself, Chhabra said he had already watched it twice and expressed confidence that it would exceed expectations and make a strong impact. This morning at 2:30 a. m. , he was still working giving everything to the film till the very last moment. That kind of dedication is rare, and honestly, it’s inspiring. I won’t say much because I’ve already seen the film twice… but trust me, this is going to shake everything. … pic. twitter. com/ot5aJvxknV — Mukesh Chhabra CSA (@CastingChhabra) March 19, 2026 In a separate post, Chhabra wrote a longer note reflecting on his experience of working with Dhar. He described the filmmaker as a “genius” and spoke about the attention to detail, emotional depth and conviction that went into making Dhurandhar and its sequel. Chhabra also highlighted Dhar’s approach to collaboration, noting the respect and warmth he extends to people he works with. He sa... #Aditya_Dhar #Revenge #Dhar #Revenge_began #Mukesh_Chhabra #Revenge_release #reveals_Mukesh #Chhabra #Dhar_worked #theatrical_run
