Ram Gopal Varma Champions 'Dhurandhar' as a Game-Changer for Indian Cinema Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has publicly endorsed Aditya Dhar’s film Dhurandhar, calling it a transformative work that has redefined storytelling in Indian cinema. Varma argues that the film’s success, particularly with the upcoming sequel Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, could shift the industry’s dynamics and challenge the long-standing dominance of South Indian cinema. He believes the film’s innovative approach has set a new benchmark, potentially overshadowing traditional productions from Telugu and Tamil film industries. Varma has repeatedly praised Dhurandhar in recent months, highlighting Dhar’s ability to revolutionize narrative techniques in Indian cinema. In an interview with DNA, he emphasized how the film’s success has disrupted the status quo, suggesting that its impact could redefine the future of the industry. He also addressed the delays of several South Indian projects, including Toxic, Dacoit, and Peddi, linking them to the growing influence of Dhurandhar. In a separate conversation with Variety India, Varma expanded on Dhurandhar’s potential to reshape the market. He noted that the film’s massive box-office numbers have already disrupted the traditional model of South Indian cinema, which he described as rooted in “old-school” storytelling. Varma speculated that Dhurandhar 2 could surpass its predecessor’s success, potentially reaching revenue figures of Rs 1500–2000 crores. He warned that such a feat could destabilize the current landscape, as South Indian films are “designed in the old-school manner.” Varma also discussed the sequel’s plot, which follows Hamza taking over Rehman Dakait’s regimen after his death. The story introduces Major Iqbal as a new antagonist, complicating the protagonists’ mission to protect India.#aditya_dhar #dhurandhar #ram_gopal_varma #dhurandhar_2_the_revenge #dna
