Bollywood and Tollywood witnessed a rare and refreshing moment of unity as filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga openly praised Aditya Dhar’s espionage thriller Dhurandhar.
Known for his unapologetic storytelling, the Animal director took to X to applaud the film’s powerful narrative, calling it strong, fearless, and deeply immersive.
Sandeep Reddy Vanga Calls Dhurandhar ‘Dominant & Fierce’:
Vanga’s post instantly grabbed attention for its raw honesty and detailed appreciation of the craft behind Dhurandhar.
He wrote:
“DHURANDHAR is built like a man who doesn’t talk much & carries a masculine spine…. The title fits because the film moves with dominance & fierce. The depiction is very clear with zero chaos. Music, performances, screenplay & direction are on the top. #AkshayKhanna sir and @RanveerOfficial erased into air & just disappeared into characters effortlessly. Thank you @AdityaDharFilms for making everyone experience the true weight of untold sacrifices.”
DHURANDHAR is built like a man who doesn’t talk much & carries a masculine spine…. DHURANDHAR The title fits because the film moves with dominance & fierce. The depiction is very clear with zero chaos. Music, performances, screenplay & direction are on the top. #AkshayKhanna…
— Sandeep Reddy Vanga (@imvangasandeep) December 20, 2025
The post went viral within hours, crossing 30,000 likes and sparking conversations about cross-industry respect in Indian cinema, something fans rarely get to witness in such an open manner.
Director Aditya Dhar responded with equal warmth and humility, acknowledging how meaningful the praise was coming from Vanga.
He replied:
“Thank you, my Dearest Sandeep. Coming from you, this means a great deal. I’ve always admired the fearlessness with which you stand by your cinema and your faith in unapologetic, masculine storytelling.
Thank you, my Dearest Sandeep.
Coming from you, this means a great deal. I’ve always admired the fearlessness with which you stand by your cinema and your faith in unapologetic, masculine storytelling.
Dhurandhar was shaped with sincerity, restraint, and conviction—your words…— Aditya Dhar (@AdityaDharFilms) December 20, 2025
Dhurandhar was shaped with sincerity, restraint, and conviction—your words give that journey its quiet validation.
Grateful for voices like yours that keep Indian cinema honest, rooted, and strong.
Two filmmakers, different paths—yet walking as brothers toward a stronger cinema and a braver tomorrow for our country. Cinema remembers the brave, not the agreeable.”
Netizens were quick to notice the GOAT conversation between them and reacted!
— Aman_Chain 🏳️ (@Amanprabhat9) December 20, 2025
Dhurandhar and Animal.
Two great movies of recent times which redefined Indian cinema 🇮🇳
Take a bow Dhar and Vanga 🔥 pic.twitter.com/2AQBXdhcQn— Akanksha (@Hercastic) December 20, 2025
I'll probably watch a movie in 20 years. #Dhurandhar
— Ranjana Singh 🇮🇳 (@RajputRanjanaa) December 20, 2025
Released on December 5, Dhurandhar stars Ranveer Singh as an undercover Indian spy navigating dangerous Pakistani gang networks.
The film also features Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, and Arjun Rampal in key roles.
The action-packed thriller has turned into a box office juggernaut, earning over ₹730 crore worldwide by Day 15 and emerging as the third-highest-grossing film of 2025, even amid stiff competition from Hollywood releases like Avatar: Fire and Ash.
While audiences have praised its gripping intensity, performances, and technical finesse, some critics from The Hindu and BBC pointed out its provocative Indo-Pak themes and moments of stretched storytelling.
Still, the public exchange between Vanga and Dhar stands out as a powerful reminder that fearless cinema, mutual respect, and artistic conviction can bridge regional boundaries and strengthen the future of Indian filmmaking.
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