'Dhurandhar': RGV lauds Aditya Dhar's 'intelligent' spin on 'hero-template film'
What's the story
Acclaimed filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has once again praised Dhurandhar and its director Aditya Dhar. He described the movie as a refreshing, realistic departure from conventional hero-driven projects. Speaking to Bollywood Hungama, Varma said that while Dhurandhar follows a familiar commercial template with a "hero, heroine, and villain working for a lofty cause," it stands out in execution.
Execution praise
Varma lauds 'Dhurandhar's realistic approach
Varma emphasized the difference in execution, saying, "The way Aditya has done it is so realistic, the exact opposite of what we are used to seeing." He highlighted the absence of loud background scores and slow-motion entries that are often seen in commercial films. "Here, the hero is in the story. The story is dominating the hero and is growing in the process of what's happening," he added.
Character focus
'Dhurandhar's success shows demand for intelligent cinema'
Varma also noted that other characters in Dhurandhar are equally impactful. "All the characters are looking almost as effective, if not more effective than the protagonist," he observed. He expressed happiness over the film's box office performance, stating it indicates a demand for "intelligent cinema."
Industry critique
Critique of oversimplified mainstream content
Varma also criticized the trend in mainstream cinema to simplify content for mass appeal. "Other films dumb it down. They just want to cater to the so-called masses with masala," he said, adding that Dhar's approach is a refreshing change from this norm. The second part of Dhurandhar, titled Dhurandhar: The Revenge, will be released on March 19 and will clash with Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown Ups at the box office.