Siddharth Anand Reviews Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar First Look: 'Full Credit To Aditya Dhar'
Siddharth Anand praises Ranveer Singh's gritty transformation in Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, calling the ensemble cast spellbinding. Releases Dec 5, 2025.
The storm has officially arrived. With the release of its explosive first look, Dhurandhar — the upcoming action thriller starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Uri filmmaker Aditya Dhar — has sent shockwaves across the internet. From its powerhouse ensemble cast to a blood-soaked, gritty visual universe, the film promises a cinematic spectacle unlike anything Indian audiences have seen before. And if early reactions are any indication, Dhurandhar is gearing up to be one of the most anticipated films of the year — earning high praise from filmmakers, fans, and now, director Siddharth Anand himself.
Filmmaker Siddharth Anand has heaped praise on the first look of Dhurandhar, calling it 'refreshing" and 'motivating." Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the Pathaan director couldn't hold back his excitement: 'So refreshing. So motivating to see #Dhurandhar today. Such an amazing powerhouse ensemble. I'm spellbound. Each actor looking like a character from the film and not like the actor themselves." He added, 'This is no mean feat. Akshaye Khanna, Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal and of course the dynamite Ranveer Singh – I'm seated for 5th Dec already! Full credit to the director Aditya Dhar. 👏"
So refreshing. So motivating to see #Dhurandhar today. Such an amazing powerhouse ensemble. I'm spellbound. Each actor looking like a character from the film and not like the actor themselves. And this is no mean feat. Akshaye khanna, Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal and…— Siddharth Anand (@justSidAnand) July 6, 2025
Anand's admiration aligns with the growing buzz around the film's gritty and explosive first look. Directed by Uri filmmaker Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar stars Ranveer Singh in a never-seen-before avatar — long hair, cigarette dangling from his lips, rage burning in his eyes, and a relentless ferocity in every frame. With bloodied knuckles and smoke-filled chaos, the first promo presents Ranveer not as a Bollywood star, but as an unrecognizable, raging beast. Violence, rebellion, and style merge seamlessly in this glimpse that has left fans stunned.
The teaser isn't just a showcase for Ranveer's transformation. The rest of the ensemble cast — Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal — is equally arresting. Arjun steals attention with his grizzled beard, golden tooth, and vintage metallic shades, delivering a look that feels straight out of a post-apocalyptic battlefield. Tamil actor Sara Arjun, the film's leading lady, is also introduced, hinting at a strong narrative presence amid the testosterone-fueled rage.
What elevates the teaser further is its intense, genre-defying soundtrack. Composed by Shashwat, the track features powerful vocals by Jasmine Sandlas and an electrifying verse by rap phenom Hanumankind. Known for his genre-blending artistry, Hanumankind injects rawness into the visuals. The background score pulses with urgency, amplifying the promo's visceral energy. 'An Inferno will rise. Uncover the true story of The Unknown Men," teases the caption, promising a story steeped in mystery and revolution.
Interestingly, the launch of the promo came with its own backstory. Director Aditya Dhar had planned a secret birthday gift for Ranveer Singh — the first look of Dhurandhar was to drop on July 6, as a surprise. But the plan didn't remain a secret for long. Sources reveal that Ranveer caught wind of it and directly asked Dhar if the rumors were true. Dhar tried dodging the question but eventually admitted it. He asked Ranveer to trust him and wait for the final cut. 'Ranveer knows something special is coming, a true cinematic treat, but he hasn't seen the final cut," a source shared. 'It's entirely Aditya's ingenious way of making this birthday not just memorable, but truly iconic for his superstar."
Written, directed, and produced by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar is presented by Jio Studios and produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar under the B62 Studios banner. The film promises to unravel the origin story of the 'unknown men" — cloaked in secrecy, fury, and grit. With its theatrical release slated for December 5, 2025, Dhurandhar has already ignited a storm of anticipation. If the first look is anything to go by, Aditya Dhar and Ranveer Singh are all set to deliver a cinematic inferno that might just redefine genre boundaries in Indian cinema.
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