The Evolution of Filmmaking: Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' Redefines Cinema

Ram Gopal Varma compares Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' to his own film 'Satya', praising it for advancing the filmmaking industry. Dhar's film, a commercial success, has raised the bar in the spy action thriller genre with its engaging narrative and real-event backdrop, inspiring a new generation of directors.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Mumbai | Updated: 20-03-2026 18:00 IST | Created: 20-03-2026 18:00 IST
The Evolution of Filmmaking: Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' Redefines Cinema
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Veteran filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has compared Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' to his own iconic 'Satya', praising its revolutionary impact on commercial filmmaking. Varma, known for his gritty crime dramas, lauds Dhar for altering the genre's grammar and setting a new benchmark for future directors.

Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' and its sequel 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', featuring Ranveer Singh, have soared at the box office, with the sequel earning over Rs 145 crore on its opening day. The film, steeped in real-life events, chronicles the daring exploits of an Indian agent in Karachi's criminal underworld.

Varma acknowledges that, like 'Satya' drew from 'The Godfather', 'Dhurandhar' was inspired by earlier works. He praises Dhar for elevating what he started with 'Satya' and sees the film as a tenfold advancement, indicative of Dhar's significant impact on the industry.

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