Aditya Dhar: News
Aditya Dhar is a leading Indian film writer, director, and lyricist born on March 12, 1983, in New Delhi. He made his directorial debut with the 2019 hit action film 'Uri: The Surgical Strike', which was inspired by the events of the 2016 Uri attack. In 2019, his debut directorial also helped him earn prestigious the Best Director Award at the 66th National Film Awards. For 'Uri: The Surgical Strike', he also bagged the Best Debut Director Award at the 65th Filmfare Awards and the Best Debut Director Award at the Jagran Film Festival in as well as the Zee Cine Award for Most Promising Director in 2020. Dhar has also worked on films such as 'Kabul Express', 'Haal-e-Dil', 'One Two Three', Aakrosh', and 'Tezz' in various capacities like a dialogue writer, lyricist, and screenplay writer. Dhar made headlines when he married popular Indian actress Yami Gautam on June 4, 2021.
Vicky Kaushal's 'Uri' character won't be in 'Dhurandhar 2'?
Contrary to recent rumors, Vicky Kaushal will not reprise his role from Uri: The Surgical Strike in the upcoming film Dhurandhar 2.
Aditya Dhar plans to sell 'Dhurandhar' broadcast rights as package
The success of Dhurandhar (2025) has made its sequel one of the most awaited films of 2026.
Vicky Kaushal to join Ranveer Singh in 'Dhurandhar 2'?
Vicky Kaushal has been roped in for an extended cameo in the upcoming film Dhurandhar 2, according to a report by Mid-Day.
'Dhurandhar 2' is now 'The Revenge'; teaser gets 'A' certificate
The sequel to the blockbuster film Dhurandhar will be titled Dhurandhar The Revenge, reported Bollywood Hungama.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar 2' teaser to drop with 'Border 2'
The much-awaited sequel to Ranveer Singh's hit film Dhurandhar will get an exclusive reveal in theaters.
'Will be biggest multistarrer ever': RGV hypes 'Dhurandhar 2'
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has made a bold claim about Ranveer Singh's upcoming film Dhurandhar 2, calling it "the biggest multistarrer ever in the history of cinema."
Suniel Shetty calls Ranveer's 'Dhurandhar' performance '100 out of 10'
Despite releasing six weeks ago, Dhurandhar is still ruling the box office with steady support from Indian audiences.
Akshaye Khanna won't shoot for 'Dhurandhar 2'?
Contrary to recent reports, Bollywood actor Akshaye Khanna will not be shooting for Dhurandhar 2.
'Moral code of gangster film...': 'Ikkis' writers address 'Dhurandhar' comparisons
The writers of the recent war drama Ikkis have addressed the comparisons with Aditya Dhar's blockbuster Dhurandhar.
Akshaye Khanna to return for 'Dhurandhar 2'?
Akshaye Khanna, who left a lasting impression with his role as Rehman Dakait in Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, is reportedly set to return for the sequel.
'Judgment day': RGV hypes 'Dhurandhar 2'-'Toxic' clash
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has weighed in on the highly anticipated box-office clash between Dhurandhar 2 and Toxic, describing the March 19 showdown as more than just a battle between two films.
'Dhurandhar' nears ₹1,300cr as OTT debut comes close
Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna's actioner Dhurandhar is nearing the end of its theatrical run but continues to rake in money.
'Dhurandhar' is the best film of 2025, says Taran Adarsh
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh recently spoke to Bollywood Hungama about the unexpected success of Dhurandhar.
'Dhurandhar' crosses ₹800cr mark; worldwide haul reaches ₹1,255cr!
Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has been dominating the box office since its release on December 5, 2025. The Aditya Dhar directorial is now nearing a net collection of approximately ₹806 crore in India after 38 days.
Priyadarshan says Aditya Dhar 'never got due credit' in Bollywood
Veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan recently spoke about his long-standing relationship with Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar.
Who is Daiaphi Lamare? Meet the rapper behind 'Dhurandhar' music
Even after a month in theaters, Dhurandhar is still going strong at the box office.
In 33 days, 'Dhurandhar' becomes the biggest Hindi grosser ever!
Aditya Dhar's spy-action thriller Dhurandhar has set a new record by becoming the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time.
'Dhurandhar' finally slows down; collects ₹4.5cr on 5th Monday
Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna's latest film, Dhurandhar, has witnessed its first major drop in collections after a phenomenal five-week run at the Indian box office.
'Mind blown and proud': Vivek Agnihotri lauds 'Dhurandhar'
Vivek Agnihotri, the director of The Kashmir Files, has praised Aditya Dhar's latest film, Dhurandhar.
Anurag Kashyap praises 'Dhurandhar,' says Aditya Dhar isn't an 'opportunist'
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap recently took to Letterboxd to share his thoughts on the blockbuster period spy thriller Dhurandhar.
'Lovable villain': Rakesh Bedi compares 'Dhurandhar' co-star Akshaye to Shatrughan
Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi, who plays the cunning Pakistani politician Jameel Jamali in Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, recently praised his co-star Akshaye Khanna.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' is BookMyShow's No. 1 Bollywood film
Ranveer Singh's latest release, Dhurandhar, has set a new record on the ticketing platform BookMyShow by selling 1.3 crore tickets.
'Dhurandhar' tax-free in Ladakh, announces LG Kavinder Gupta
Kavinder Gupta, the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, has declared the Bollywood movie Dhurandhar tax-free in the Union Territory on Friday.
'Dhurandhar': Were the edits not ordered by the I&B Ministry?
The Information and Broadcasting (I&B) Ministry has denied reports that claimed it ordered edits to the Hindi film Dhurandhar.
'Dhurandhar' crosses ₹100cr in 4th week; posts ₹739cr total haul
Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has continued its remarkable run at the Indian box office. The Aditya Dhar-directed Hindi spy thriller wrapped up its fourth week with a record-breaking ₹106.5cr haul, thanks to a strong New Year boost.
'Dhurandhar' is now the biggest Hindi film in the US
Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar's latest offering, Dhurandhar, has reportedly become the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time in North America, earning $17.52 million to achieve this feat, beating Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan which had previously held the record with $17.49 million.
'Dhurandhar' star Sara Arjun reflects on her successful 2025
Sara Arjun, who recently made her debut as a lead actor in Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, is still basking in the success of her performance.
'Dhurandhar' nears ₹1,100cr; can it be the biggest Bollywood grosser?
The spy-thriller Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, is continuing its successful run at the box office.
'Dhurandhar' sees major drop on 4th Monday; still crosses ₹700cr
The action-drama Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar, has crossed the ₹700cr mark in India despite a significant drop in its earnings on Monday (Day 25).
'Made me question my ability': KJo praises Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar'
Acclaimed filmmaker Karan Johar has heaped praise on Aditya Dhar's latest film Dhurandhar, expressing his immense admiration for it.
Chitrangda Singh says 'Dhurandhar' inspired her as an actor
Chitrangda Singh recently heaped praise on the blockbuster film Dhurandhar, calling it a "complete film."
'Dhurandhar': Krystle D'Souza lauds Aditya Dhar for casting TV actors
The film Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar, has been a massive success, raking in over ₹1,000 crore globally.
RGV calls Ranveer's 'Dhurandhar' a 'very realistic Mahabharata'
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently praised Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, calling it a "very realistic Mahabharata."
'Landmark film': Anupam Kher lauds 'Dhurandhar,' slams propaganda label
Veteran actor Anupam Kher recently congratulated director Aditya Dhar for the success of his film Dhurandhar.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' enters ₹1,000cr club
Ranveer Singh's latest release, Dhurandhar, has reportedly crossed the ₹1,000cr mark globally in just 21 days since its release on December 5.
RGV compares Aditya Dhar to Coppola in new 'Dhurandhar' review
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has taken to X (formerly Twitter) to pen a detailed review of Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, again.
'Dhurandhar' posts bumper Christmas haul; nears ₹1,000cr mark
The film Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, has seen a significant surge in its box office collection.
Bollywood 'threatened' by 'Dhurandhar'? RGV claims industry ignoring Ranveer starrer
Director Ram Gopal Varma has claimed that the Indian film industry is deliberately ignoring the film Dhurandhar.
Ranveer's 'Dhurandhar' enters top 10 movies of all time list
The box office success of Dhurandhar continues unabated as it has now surpassed the lifetime collection of Stree 2, per Sacnilk.
'Dhurandhar 2' to release in March 2026 in 5 languages
The blockbuster film Dhurandhar is getting a sequel, titled Dhurandhar 2.
'Dhurandhar' crosses ₹900cr globally; sets new record for 3rd week
Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has become the first Indian release of 2025 to cross the ₹900 crore mark worldwide. The movie has shown remarkable consistency at the box office, even in its third week of release.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' is now highest-grossing Indian film of 2025
Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has set a new benchmark by becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 worldwide in just 18 days.
'Dhurandhar 2' to have '50 times' more 'action, mystery, manipulation'?
Naveen Kaushik, who took on the role of Donga in the hit film Dhurandhar, has teased what audiences can expect from the sequel.
Ranveer's 'Dhurandhar' is now 2025's biggest overseas hit
Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has reportedly become the highest-grossing Indian release overseas in 2025. The Aditya Dhar directorial surpassed Rajinikanth's Coolie in just 17 days of its release.
'Dhurandhar' crosses ₹500cr net in record time; trails 'Pushpa 2'
Ranveer Singh's latest release, Dhurandhar, has entered the coveted ₹500 crore net club at the Hindi box office.
'Dhurandhar' success changed everything: Danish Pandor on playing Uzair Baloch
Actor Danish Pandor, who played the role of Uzair Baloch in Aditya Dhar's blockbuster film Dhurandhar, is celebrating his birthday on Monday.
Dhruv Rathee slams 'Dhurandhar' as 'propaganda'; gets brutally trolled
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee has slammed the Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar for its political narrative, calling it "false propaganda."
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' to premiere on Netflix on January 30?
Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has taken the box office by storm, crossing the ₹500 crore mark in just 16 days.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' dethrones 'Animal,' enters top 10 Indian films
Ranveer Singh's latest release, Dhurandhar, has achieved a new milestone by entering the list of the top 10 Indian films of all time.
Why Tamannaah wasn't cast in 'Dhurandhar's viral track 'Shararat'
The dance number Shararat from Dhurandhar has been the talk of the town ever since its release.
'Clapped all the way': Kangana lauds 'masterpiece' 'Dhurandhar'
Kangana Ranaut has heavily praised Aditya Dhar's latest film, Dhurandhar.
'Built like a man': Sandeep Reddy Vanga lauds 'Dhurandhar'
Filmmaker Aditya Dhar's latest offering, Dhurandhar, has been receiving praise from several filmmakers and celebrities.
'Serves a purpose': Rakesh Bedi says 'Dhurandhar' doesn't glorify violence
Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi, known for his work in comedic cinema, has recently garnered attention for his role as politician Jameel Jamali in Aditya Dhar's spy drama Dhurandhar.
'Dhurandhar' is slow but steady; nears ₹800cr globally
Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, is on its way to becoming a global box office sensation.
Netflix bought 'Dhurandhar' OTT rights for record ₹285cr?
The Hindi spy action thriller, Dhurandhar, has reportedly set a new record for the highest-ever OTT rights sale for a Hindi film on Netflix.
'Dhurandhar': Bahraini rapper Flipperachi praises Indians, teases India tour
Bahraini rapper Flipperachi, who shot to fame in India with the song FA9LA from the film Dhurandhar, has been receiving offers to perform in the country.
'Dhurandhar' posts biggest Week-2 haul ever; breaks 'Dangal's 6-year record
The film Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, and Sanjay Dutt among others, has broken the record for the highest second-week collection in Hindi cinema.
'Dhurandhar' is unstoppable; zooms past ₹400cr in 12 days
Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has crossed the ₹400cr mark at the box office within just 12 days of its release.
'Was terrified': Saumya Tandon recalls slapping Akshaye Khanna in 'Dhurandhar'
Saumya Tandon, who recently impressed audiences with her performance in Dhurandhar, has spoken about her experience on the film's set.
Why Ranveer-Sara's 20-year age gap was 'required' in 'Dhurandhar'
The recently released film Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh (40) and Sara Arjun (20), has been a topic of discussion for its unusual casting choices.
When will Ranveer-Akshaye's 'Dhurandhar' hit Netflix?
Aditya Dhar's latest release, Dhurandhar, is currently dominating theaters worldwide.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' to premiere in Telugu soon?
The Bollywood blockbuster Dhurandhar, featuring Ranveer Singh, is likely to be released in Telugu soon.
'Gutsy actor': Rakesh Bedi heaps praise on 'Dhurandhar' co-star Ranveer
Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi recently spoke about his experience of working with Ranveer Singh in the hit film Dhurandhar.
'Dhurandhar' craze prompts addition of midnight shows in Mumbai, Pune
The immense popularity of the Hindi-language spy action thriller Dhurandhar has led to the addition of post-midnight shows in theaters across Maharashtra.
Grammy-winning musician Ricky Kej praises 'Dhurandhar,' takes dig at 'Pathaan'
Grammy-winning musician Ricky Kej has heaped praise on the action film Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar.
'Dhurandhar': Flipperachi talks about 'FA9LA's popularity after THAT Akshaye scene
The Arabic hip-hop track FA9LA, by Bahraini rapper Hussam Aseem aka Flipperachi, has taken the internet by storm after being featured in Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar.
'Dhurandhar' is on a roll; crosses ₹200cr in a week
Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna's latest film, Dhurandhar, has taken the box office by storm. The spy thriller, directed by Aditya Dhar, earned ₹207.25 crore in India by Thursday (Day 7).
'Dhurandhar' review backlash: Film Critics Guild condemns attacks on critics
The Film Critics Guild (FCG) has denounced the online abuse and threats aimed at reviewers who offered mixed or negative opinions on Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar.
After saying 'don't agree with 'Dhurandhar's politics,' Hrithik hypes Part-2
Hrithik Roshan has once again praised the film Dhurandhar, despite earlier admitting to disagreements with its political stance.
'You're invincible': Sara Arjun pens emotional note for Aditya Dhar
Actor Sara Arjun, who recently made her Bollywood debut with Dhurandhar, has penned a heartfelt note for director Aditya Dhar.
Akshaye Khanna's 'Dhurandhar' role goes viral: Who was Rehman Dakait?
Akshaye Khanna's performance in the recently released Aditya Dhar directorial Dhurandhar has been widely praised. The actor plays the role of Rehman Dakait, a notorious gangster from Karachi's Lyari.
Yash drops new 'Toxic' poster; clash with 'Dhurandhar 2' confirmed
Kannada superstar Yash has unveiled a new poster for his upcoming film Toxic, marking the start of a 100-day countdown to its global premiere on March 19, 2026.
'Dhurandhar': Why Akshaye brought oxygen cylinder for THAT song shoot
Akshaye Khanna's performance in Dhurandhar has taken the internet by storm.
Did you know Akshaye Khanna improvised 'Dhurandhar's viral entry dance?
Akshaye Khanna's entry scene in Dhurandhar, featuring the song Fa9la by Flipperachi, has taken social media by storm.
Meet Flipperachi, Bahraini rapper behind viral 'Dhurandhar' hit 'Fa9la'
The latest Bollywood film Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, has not only been a box office success but is also creating a musical sensation.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' crosses ₹100cr in 3 days!
Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has taken the box office by storm. The espionage thriller, directed by Aditya Dhar, saw its gross and net collection cross the ₹100 crore mark in just three days.