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Mumbai: Superstar Rajinikanth has heaped praise on the blockbuster Dhurandhar The Revenge, calling it a “must watch” and lauding director Aditya Dhar as “box office ka baap”.

Taking to social media on March 24, Rajinikanth congratulated Ranveer Singh and the entire cast and crew, further amplifying the film’s already massive buzz.

Rajinikanth’s endorsement goes viral

In his brief yet impactful message, Rajinikanth wrote, “What a film… Dhurandhar 2!!! Aditya Dhar box office ka baap!!! Many congratulations to Ranveer and the entire cast and crew. A must watch film for every Indian.”

The endorsement quickly went viral, adding significant momentum to the film’s ongoing theatrical success since its release on March 19.

Aditya Dhar reacts to praise

An elated Aditya Dhar responded to the superstar’s message with gratitude, calling Rajinikanth the benchmark of entertainment for generations.

He said the praise held special significance, given the veteran actor’s enduring influence in Indian cinema.

Pan-India support boosts film

Dhurandhar The Revenge has emerged as a cross-industry success, receiving appreciation from several prominent figures across the Indian film industry.

Acclaimed filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli praised the film’s scale and ambition, particularly highlighting the boldness of its nearly four-hour runtime.

Actors including Allu Arjun, Mahesh Babu, Jr NTR, Vijay Deverakonda and Nagarjuna have also lauded the film and its performances.

Strong box office run continues

Despite its lengthy runtime, the film has maintained strong occupancy across theatres, particularly in premium formats. Its gripping storyline, centred on intelligence operations and underworld dynamics in Karachi’s Lyari region, has resonated with audiences.

The film features a strong ensemble cast including R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal and Rakesh Bedi.

Backed by major studios

Backed by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, the film has been positioned as a large-scale cinematic project with a pan-India appeal.

Its success reflects the growing trend of films transcending regional boundaries and gaining nationwide acceptance.

Conclusion

With Rajinikanth’s endorsement adding star power to its already strong reception, Dhurandhar The Revenge continues to dominate the box office conversation. The film’s widespread acclaim across industries underscores its impact as a major cinematic event in Indian cinema.