Ankit Sagar, who plays Javed Khanani in Aditya Dhar's recent hit "Dhurandhar," has sparked a debate by contrasting his film with the Yash Raj Films (YRF) Spy Universe, particularly "Pathaan" and "Tiger". Sagar suggests that "Dhurandhar" draws inspiration from real-life events, unlike the YRF films, which he believes "try to please both sides".
Sagar's comments allude to the portrayal of ISI and RAW agents in the YRF Spy Universe, where characters often fall in love and collaborate, a trope he seems to find unrealistic. He appears to believe that the idea of ISI and RAW agents "dancing together" is far-fetched. This sentiment resonates with some viewers who feel that "Dhurandhar" offers a more grounded and realistic depiction of espionage. One X user, @ayusshsanghi, stated that "Dhurandhar" is what an actual spy movie should look like, criticizing "Pathaan" and "Tiger Zinda Hai" for portraying RAW and ISI agents falling in love and fighting for a common cause, deeming it "absolute bullshit".
"Dhurandhar" has garnered attention for its intense and high-stakes portrayal of espionage. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar and featuring a cast including Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, and R Madhavan, has enjoyed considerable box office success. Some fans are even speculating about the real-life inspirations behind the characters, with R Madhavan's character drawing comparisons to Ajit Doval.
The film has earned approximately Rs 6.47 crore as of Tuesday, with a total collection in India currently standing at Rs 578.72 crore.
Siddharth Anand, the director of "Pathaan," has also lauded "Dhurandhar," calling it "nasha" and praising its gripping action sequences and stellar performances. He commended Aditya Dhar's direction and the dedication of the cast and crew. Anand's praise comes amid comparisons between "Dhurandhar" and YRF's spy films, with some viewers suggesting that "Dhurandhar" offers a more realistic portrayal of spies.
"Dhurandhar's" success has stirred conversations about the depiction of espionage in Bollywood, with some advocating for more realistic and grounded narratives.
