Post by : Mina Saadi
In recent years, director Aditya Dhar has distinguished himself by merging nationalism with high-octane storytelling. Following the successes of Uri and Article 370, he raises the bar with Dhurandhar, a sprawling 212-minute narrative that serves as a deep dive into character, ideology, and the complexities of power.
This film caters to an audience weary of diplomatic niceties, especially in light of events such as the Kandahar hijacking and the 2001 Parliament attack. It pays homage to covert intelligence operations, placing R Madhavan’s Ajay Sanyal at its center—a senior strategist whose likeness to actual national security figures looms large, even with a fictional framing.
The plot chronicles Sanyal's protracted wait for political support, a prerequisite for executing bold actions across borders. When that backing finally comes, he embarks on a perilous mission to dismantle terror outfits in Karachi's tumultuous Lyari area, targeting criminal factions likely tied to hostile state actors.
Ranveer Singh takes on the role of Hamza, a tough undercover agent operating behind enemy lines. With his fierce demeanor, Hamza earns the trust of notorious Baloch gangster Rehman Dakait, played chillingly by Akshaye Khanna. Rehman is further maneuvered by a cunning politician, Jameel Jamali, characterized with surprising versatility by Rakesh Bedi.
As Hamza stirs Rehman's ambitions, the film delves into themes of betrayal, ambition, and ethical ambiguity. Akshaye Khanna emerges as a standout performer, commanding attention with a subtly terrifying presence, while Rakesh Bedi’s shift from comedic to menacing both complicates and enriches the unfolding drama.
Shashwat Sachdev’s dynamic soundtrack paired with sharply executed dialogues enhances the film's intensity. Dhar also incorporates documentary-style clips and raw violence, establishing a tone that starkly contrasts with more subtle crime dramas, offering a worldview that is as confrontational as it is ideologically sound.
Yet, Dhurandhar grapples with its lofty ambitions. It introduces several impactful characters, including Sanjay Dutt’s unpredictable cop and Arjun Rampal’s calculated ISI operative, but spends too much time elaborating on their roles. These narrative digressions slow the pacing, often sidelining Ranveer Singh’s performance, diminishing the tension that the film initially promises.
While Singh’s intense portrayal suits the character, it can feel redundant against Khanna’s more commanding presence. The film, filled with ambition and intent, ultimately gets hampered by its length and convoluted storytelling.
Despite these drawbacks, Dhurandhar captivates enough to engage its audience. With its political themes, compelling performances, and unwaveringly bold stance, viewers will find themselves eager for the next chapter in this narrative. If this marks just the start of Operation Dhurandhar, anticipation for what lies ahead is already on the rise.
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