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Dhurandhar Review: Ranveer Singh and Cast Shine, But the 3.5-Hour Runtime Tests Patience

Dhurandhar Review

Dhurandhar Review

Cast- Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun

Director- Aditya Dhar

Duration- 3 hours 32 minutes

Ratings- 4 stars

Aditya Dhar just dropped his film Dhurandhar in cinemas and he detonated it. Dhurandhar is a full-blown action-thriller that pulls no punches, digs deep into geopolitics, and packs the kind of intensity that would be called un-skippable. Dhurandhar breaks down how terrorism operates in Pakistan, from weapons channels to funding networks, to how coordinated attacks are planned against India. The storytelling is detailed, raw, and honestly, a bit unsettling—which is the point.

Performances: A Powerhouse Cast That Delivers

Ranveer Singh – The Versatile Beast

Ranveer Singh proves once again why he’s in a league of his own. Intense, unpredictable, and magnetic—he owns every frame.

Sanjay Dutt – Classic “Sanju Baba” Swag

Sanjay Dutt slips into his casual, effortless persona and absolutely nails it. His presence alone elevates scenes.

Akshaye Khanna – The Villain Who Steals the Show

If there’s one word: OUTSHINED. Khanna delivers a performance that’s cold, controlled, and terrifyingly good. Easily one of the strongest antagonists Bollywood has put out in recent years.

R. Madhavan and Arjun Rampal – Limited Screen Time, Maximum Impact

They don’t appear much, but when they do—it’s powerful. Both bring maturity and gravitas that stay with you.

Sara Arjun – A Confident Debut

At 20, Sara Arjun looks stunning on screen and handles her debut role with surprising ease. A name to watch out for.

Drawbacks: Violence and Runtime Tests Your Patience

Too Violent

The film is packed with graphic action, which explains the A rating. It can get overwhelming if you’re not into intense war-style sequences.

Long… Like Really Long

At 3 hours 32 minutes, the runtime is no joke. The buildup stretches, and yes—you will feel the length.

 The End Isn’t Really the End

Just when you expect closure, Dhar drops a bomb: Part 2 releases on March 19, 2026. The cliffhanger is bold but will leave some viewers frustrated.

Final Verdict: 4 Stars

Dhurandhar is bold, brutal, and brilliantly performed. Despite its length and heavy violence, it stands tall as an engaging, high-impact action-thriller. If you can handle the intensity, this one’s a must-watch.

Also Read: Dhurandhar Box Office Collection Day 1: Ranveer Singh’s Film Grosses Rs 27 Crore