Ranveer Singh Returns with ‘Dhurandhar’: A Turbulent Saga of Action, Allegations & Anticipation

Ranveer Singh is gearing up for a resounding return to cinema with Dhurandhar, arriving on December 5. After a two-year hiatus since the blockbuster Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, which amassed over Rs 357 crore globally, the excitement around his comeback has reached a fever pitch. The film’s sheer magnitude, its shadowy storyline, and the swirl of discussion, both celebratory and contentious, have amplified the buzz.

A Comeback Laden With Expectation

Ranveer, known for shape-shifting across genres, has surprisingly maintained a prolonged silence on the big screen. Dhurandhar breaks that stillness with a muscular narrative, gritty tonality, and a runtime of 3 hours and 30minutes, the longest of his career. Certified A by the CBFC, it signals a darker, more mature tale crafted for audiences seeking intensity rather than gloss.

Inside the Underworld Labyrinth

Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film plunges into Karachi’s clandestine criminal circuits. At its core stands a cryptic “traveller” who stealthily navigates the mafia’s internal hierarchy, dismantling the pernicious nexus between the underworld and the ISI. The ensemble, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal and Sara Arjun, fortifies the film with seasoned talent and narrative depth.

The Controversy That Stirred the Nation

The film became embroiled in turbulence when the family of late Major Mohit Sharma, Ashok Chakra awardee, approached the Delhi High Court. Online chatter suggesting visual and thematic similarities between Ranveer’s character and the martyr triggered speculation. As YouTube panels, social creators and podcasts fueled comparisons, the family sought clarity, not confrontation. They emphasised that parents of a fallen soldier deserved answers about whether the film mirrored their son’s life.

Though Aditya Dhar publicly clarified that Dhurandhar is not based on Major Sharma, the family asserted that no direct communication reached them. By the time clarification surfaced on X, their petition had already been filed. The Delhi High Court refused to pause the release but instructed the CBFC to consult the family and armed forces experts before certification. After extensive review, the film was officially labelled a work of fiction.

The Casting Debate Age

Another discourse emerged around the age gap between Ranveer Singh (40) and Sara Arjun(20). Ranveer sidestepped the debate, instead lauding Sara as a prodigious performer who stood out among 1,300 hopefuls.

Box Office Outlook and Early Response

Trade analysts forecast a strong start, estimating a Day-1 opening of around Rs 25 crore. Early ticket sales reaffirm this trajectory: over 9,000 tickets already sold across formats, with premium cinema halls pricing seats at over Rs 2,000. With blocked seats calculated, pre-release earnings are reportedly near Rs 1.98 crore.

Dhurandhar now stands poised at the intersection of spectacle, speculation, and superstardom, ready to test whether hype, controversy, and Ranveer’s resurgence can translate into a box-office storm.