Actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has publicly hailed director Aditya Dhar as a "superstar director" following the blockbuster success of his latest film, Dhurandhar: The Revenge (also referred to as Dhurandhar 2). In a recent Instagram story, Ranaut celebrated Dhar's achievement, drawing parallels between him and Hollywood legends like Christopher Nolan and Steven Spielberg. She emphasized how the film's triumph has finally spotlighted Dhar's visionary talent in an industry often dominated by actors.

Ranaut's praise comes amid widespread acclaim for Dhurandhar: The Revenge, which has shattered box office records since its release earlier this month. The action thriller, starring Ranveer Singh and helmed by Aditya Dhar—who previously directed the hit Uri: The Surgical Strike—earned over Rs 80 crore on its second day alone, with the Hindi version dominating collections at Rs 78.94 crore and 64.3% occupancy. Ranaut noted that Dhar's rise signifies a shift where directors command superstar status akin to their Hollywood counterparts, stating, "Hollywood superstar directors are always far bigger than superstar actors. Eg: Spielberg, Tarantino, Nolan."

The actress highlighted Dhar's inspirational journey, pointing out that his story is motivating a new generation of filmmakers, photographers, and technicians. "The best thing about Dhurandhar’s success is that Aditya Dhar... a superstar director, is established. Today, so many youngsters are watching his story who will aspire to be like him," she wrote. This endorsement underscores Ranaut's long-standing advocacy for recognizing creative talent beyond lead performers in Bollywood.

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Dhurandhar: The Revenge has not only resonated with audiences for its gripping narrative—drawing comparisons to Spielberg's tense espionage thriller Munich—but has also garnered endorsements from industry heavyweights. Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma described it as "100 times more magnificent than Sholay," urging Nolan and Spielberg to watch it immediately, while S.S. Rajamouli praised Dhar for "hitting it out of the park." Stars like Rakesh Roshan, Ram Charan, Mahesh Babu, and Allu Arjun have also lauded the film, signaling a new era in Indian cinema.

Ranaut's comments also touch on a broader industry dynamic, where she lamented how superstar actors sometimes overshadow directors. By elevating Dhar, she advocates for a balanced ecosystem that values directorial prowess. This comes at a time when Bollywood is witnessing a surge in director-driven successes, bolstered by massive openings and positive word-of-mouth for high-concept action dramas like Dhurandhar.​

As Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues its triumphant run, Aditya Dhar's profile soars, potentially redefining hierarchies in Hindi cinema. Kangana Ranaut's outspoken tribute adds significant buzz, reinforcing the film's cultural impact and Dhar's emergence as a force comparable to global icons.

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