‘Dhurandhar,’ India’s new movie about Islamic terrorism is a hit writes, Wall Street Journal. Bollywood is finally getting serious about the global threat of Islamic tereorism. Dhurandhar has been breaking Indian box-office records since its Dec. 5 release. Its becoming Ranveer Singh's biggest success, surpassing ₹400 crore domestically. 

This is Part 1 of a duology. The sequel, Dhurandhar Part 2: Revenge, is already scheduled for release in March 2026.

Why it's a must watch 

What's so special about Durandhar, a non Bollywood fan may ask. Here is all you want to know. Read below and then decide if you want to give a watch.

Dhurandhar,” a 3½-hour thriller set in Pakistan that blends espionage with brutal gang violence. Recent terrorist attacks and plots highlight the problem’s global scope.

The Plot in Brief

Dhurandhar is a high-stakes spy thriller inspired by real intelligence missions. The story follows an Indian intelligence operative (Ranveer Singh) who goes deep undercover in Pakistan to infiltrate a crime syndicate. The plot weaves together major real-life events—like the 1999 Flight 814 hijacking and the 26/11 Mumbai attacks—into a fictionalized, adrenaline-pumping narrative about a mission to dismantle a terror network from the inside.

Ranveer Singh’s Transformation

This is being hailed as Ranveer's career-best performance. He sheds his usual high-energy persona to play a sharp, intense, and gritty spy (Jaskirat/Hamza).

A Powerhouse Ensemble: It isn't just about one hero. The film features heavyweights like Akshaye Khanna (who steals the show as the antagonist), R. Madhavan, and Sanjay Dutt. Seeing them together creates an "Avengers-level" screen presence.

Aditya Dhar’s Direction

The director brings the same raw, realistic, and patriotic energy he showed in Uri. The action sequences are world-class and designed for the big screen (IMAX).

By connecting the story to historical tragedies that people remember (like the 26/11 attacks), the film strikes a deep emotional chord with audiences.

The Suspense

The movie ends on a massive cliffhanger that reveals the hero's true identity, leaving audiences desperate for the sequel.

Dhurandhar is a massive cinematic spectacle that delivers on action, emotion, and star power. If you love fast-paced spy thrillers with high stakes, this is the movie to watch.