Why Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' is releasing in 2 parts
What's the story
Aditya Dhar and Jio Studios have decided to release their upcoming film Dhurandhar in two parts. Contrary to popular belief, the movie was initially intended as a single installment. However, extensive shooting led to a lengthy final cut, prompting the decision to split it into two parts. A source told Bollywood Hungama that "the characters and world have a lot of scope," leading Dhar to shoot additional sequences beyond the original plan.
Film's evolution
'Dhurandhar' organically transformed into a 2-parter
The source added, "It's a film which organically transformed into a two-parter based on the demand of the story." "It was in the first week of October that Aditya Dhar and Jio Studios decided to split the film into two parts, as a film of this scale warranted showcasing in the longer format." "Both films will have a proper start, middle, and end as every beat of the story is a climax in itself."
Editing phase
'Makers confident that first 'Dhurandhar' will keep the audience waiting'
The decision to split Dhurandhar was made during the editing phase, after the entire shoot was completed. The source said, "A one-part film would have looked like a rushed job." "The makers are confident that the hook of the first Dhurandhar film will keep the audience waiting for a lot more." "The first part will set up the story, and the turmoil, which all explodes in the sequel, will deliver 2x the violence and edge-of-the-seat moments."
Film details
'Dhurandhar' features an ensemble cast
Directed by Dhar, Dhurandhar also stars Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna, and R Madhavan in lead roles. The film is written and produced by Dhar under the B62 Studios banner in association with Jio Studios. It focuses on covert missions and untold stories of men working as spies. The film will be released on December 5.