'Built like a man': Sandeep Reddy Vanga lauds 'Dhurandhar'
What's the story
Filmmaker Aditya Dhar's latest offering, Dhurandhar, has been receiving praise from several filmmakers and celebrities. After Ram Gopal Varma's appreciation, now director Sandeep Reddy Vanga has praised the film. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Vanga wrote, "Dhurandhar is built like a man who doesn't talk much & carries a masculine spine." "The title fits because the film moves with dominance & fierce. The depiction is very clear with zero chaos."
Film's impact
Vanga lauds 'Dhurandhar' for music, performances, and direction
Vanga further praised Dhurandhar's music and direction, writing: "Music, performances, screenplay & direction are on the top." He particularly highlighted the performances of lead actors Akshaye Khanna and Ranveer Singh. "Thank you @AdityaDharFilms for making everyone experience the true weight of untold sacrifices," he added.
Director's gratitude
Dhar's heartfelt response to Vanga's praise
Dhar responded to Vanga's praise by expressing his gratitude. He wrote, "Thank you, my Dearest Sandeep. Coming from you, this means a great deal." "I've always admired the fearlessness with which you stand by your cinema and your faith in unapologetic, masculine storytelling." "Dhurandhar was shaped with sincerity, restraint and conviction; your words give that journey its quiet validation."
Celebrity reactions
'Dhurandhar' has been widely praised by Bollywood celebrities
Dhurandhar has been appreciated by several celebrities, including Vicky Kaushal, Allu Arjun, Shraddha Kapoor, and Karan Johar. Hrithik Roshan also shared his views on Instagram, where he admitted to having ideological differences but acknowledged the film's cinematic excellence. "I may disagree with the politics of it and argue about the responsibilities us filmmakers should bear as citizens of the world," he wrote. "Nevertheless can't ignore how loved and learned from this one as a student of cinema."