Veteran actor and TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha has showered glowing praise on the 2025 spy thriller Dhurandhar, calling it “an absolute masterpiece” and dismissing criticisms labeling the film as “propaganda” as misguided. In a detailed social media post, Sinha applauded the film’s gripping storytelling, technical finesse, and stellar performances, highlighting it as a sincere, entertaining cinematic achievement.
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the filmmaker behind the 2019 blockbuster Uri, Dhurandhar follows an Indian agent’s covert mission infiltrating a Baloch gang in Pakistan’s Lyari. Despite the narrative’s geopolitical backdrop, the film was shot entirely on Bangkok sets designed to convincingly depict Pakistan, earning acclaim for both visual realism and meticulous attention to detail.
Sinha highlighted the film’s technical excellence, commending its editing, cinematography, and the lifelike production design. He singled out the musical and choreographed sequences, particularly “Shararat” and “Ishq Jalakar-Karvaan,” calling them “euphoric, foot-tapping with great repeat value.” According to him, these elements elevate the spy thriller into a commercial and visual spectacle.
The ensemble cast received high praise. Sinha lauded Ranveer Singh for embodying the film’s central agent with charisma and depth, Sanjay Dutt for upholding his father Sunil Dutt’s legacy, and Akshaye Khanna for carving his own identity with a flawless, unforgettable performance. Supporting actors such as Rakesh Bedi and Saumya Tandon also received accolades for their standout portrayals.
Beyond cinema, Sinha’s post tagged prominent political figures including Mamata Banerjee, Shashi Tharoor, and Arvind Kejriwal, positioning Dhurandhar as a unifying cultural triumph. Fans and followers quickly echoed his sentiment, sharing nostalgic comparisons to classic Indian films like Satya for its intense narrative and realistic portrayal of crime and espionage.
With critical acclaim, technical mastery, and robust box office and streaming success on Netflix, Dhurandhar is being celebrated as one of Indian cinema’s standout spy thrillers. Sinha’s endorsement underscores its appeal as both an entertainment spectacle and a testament to polished, sincere filmmaking.