Archive · 16 Dec 2025
Dhurandhar's Success Sparks Debate and Pakistani Response
The movie Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, has been very successful at the box office, earning Rs 350 crore.
It tells a story set in Lyari, a town in Pakistan, and has faced criticism for its portrayal of the place.
Actor Nikitin Dheer praised the film, calling it important and accurate.
However, Pakistani authorities were upset with the film's depiction of Lyari and announced they will make their own movie called Mera Lyari to show a different side of the town.
The second part of Dhurandhar is set to release on March 19, 2026.
Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, has earned Rs 350 crore at the box office since its December 5 release.
The film has faced criticism for allegedly spreading propaganda but has also received praise for its cinematography and performances.
Actor Nikitin Dheer defended the film, calling it important and accurate, and praised its direction and storytelling.
Pakistani authorities announced they will release a film called Mera Lyari in January 2026 to counter Dhurandhar's portrayal of Lyari town.
The second part of Dhurandhar is scheduled to release on March 19, 2026.
- Who
- Ranveer Singh, Aditya Dhar, Nikitin Dheer, Sindh Information Department
- What
- Dhurandhar's success and Pakistani response
- When
- December 5, 2025 (release), January 2026 (Mera Lyari announcement)
- Where
- India and Pakistan
- Why
- Dhurandhar's portrayal of Lyari town sparked controversy and a response from Pakistani authorities
- Film Title
- Dhurandhar
- Release Date
- December 5, 2025
- Box Office Collection
- Rs 350 crore
- Director
- Aditya Dhar
- Lead Actor
- Ranveer Singh
- Supporting Cast
- Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan
- Production Companies
- Jio Studios, B62 Studios
- Pakistani Response
- Announcement of Mera Lyari film
- Expected Release of Mera Lyari
- January 2026
- Dhurandhar Sequel Release
- March 19, 2026
Sources
Dhurandhar movie: How Pakistan's Lyari was created in Thailand
Nikitin Dheer Defends Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Amid Propaganda Criticism: 'The Film Has Destroyed False Narratives'
Dhurandhar Success Makes Pakistan Announce Own Movie On Lyari With A Comment On 'Indian Propaganda'
Dhurandhar impact: Pakistan announces film on Lyari, calls Ranveer Singh starrer ‘propaganda'
