Rajinikanth Calls Dhurandhar 2 ‘Box Office Ka Baap’, Praises Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar

Veteran superstar Rajinikanth has heaped high praise on Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, calling it a “must-watch film for every Indian” and describing filmmaker Aditya Dhar as “box office ka baap.”

Taking to social media, the actor wrote:

“What a film… #Dhurandhar2!!! Aditya Dhar — box office ka baap!!! Many congratulations to Ranveer Singh and the entire cast and crew. A must-watch film for every Indian. Jai Hind.”

The endorsement quickly went viral, further amplifying the film’s already strong buzz.

Aditya Dhar Calls It ‘Biggest Superstar Moment’

Responding to the praise, Aditya Dhar expressed deep gratitude, calling Rajinikanth’s words a defining moment in his career.

“Sir, we’ve all grown up measuring ‘entertainment’ with just one benchmark — YOU… So for you to call Dhurandhar 2 a ‘must-watch’ feels like the biggest ‘superstar’ moment of my life.”

He added that the compliment felt like a blessing from someone who has shaped generations of Indian cinema, describing the moment as “going straight to the heart.”

Strong Box Office Run and Industry Praise

Dhurandhar 2 has emerged as a major box office success since its release on March 19, recording a massive opening and sustaining strong momentum globally. Reports indicate the film has crossed hundreds of crores worldwide, with some estimates placing its earnings as high as ₹850 crore within days of release.

The film has also received widespread appreciation from several film industry figures, including actors across industries, further cementing its blockbuster status.

Story Continues the Spy Saga

The sequel sees Ranveer Singh reprise his role as Indian spy Hamza Ali Mazari. Set in Lyari, Karachi—an area known for gang conflicts—the film explores his rise within the underworld while continuing covert operations against terror networks.

It also delves into his origins as Jaskirat Singh Rangi, expanding the narrative established in the first installment. The original Dhurandhar was set against real-world geopolitical events such as the Kandahar plane hijack, the 2001 Parliament attack, and the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.

Ensemble Cast and Production

Alongside Ranveer Singh, the film features a strong ensemble cast including R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, Sara Arjun, and Rakesh Bedi.

Produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar, the film has been released in multiple languages, widening its reach across audiences.

Conclusion

With glowing praise from Rajinikanth and a powerful box office performance, Dhurandhar 2 continues to dominate headlines. The film’s combination of scale, storytelling, and star power has positioned it as one of the biggest cinematic successes of the year, while Rajinikanth’s endorsement has added a significant boost to its cultural impact.