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Aditya Dhar thanks YRF for Dhurandhar praise, says Yash Chopra’s Deewar, Darr ‘greatly influenced’ him: ‘Got my first break with YRF’

The official social media handle of prestigious production house Yash Raj Films shared a post appreciating Dhurandhar.

3 min readChennaiJan 7, 2026 08:26 PM IST

YRF praises Dhurandhar.

Dhurandhar has broken several box office records since its release, emerging as the highest-grossing Indian film in a single language. The film has also earned widespread praise, including from members of the Hindi film industry. Recently, the official social media handle of prestigious production house Yash Raj Films shared a post appreciating the film. Both Dhurandhar star Ranveer Singh and the film’s director Aditya Dhar responded to the post.

Lauding Dhurandhar, the YRF post read, “DHURANDHAR is not a film… It’s a milestone moment in Indian cinema that will be remembered forever. Congratulations to Aditya Dhar and Jio Studios for becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of all time (In a Single language). As the captain of the ship, Aditya Dhar’s clarity of purpose, fearless storytelling, and unwavering commitment to excellence have set a new benchmark for Indian cinema. We also congratulate every cast member and technician of this brilliant film for giving their all. You are the Dhurandhars who made the thought of the film explode so loudly and so gloriously on the big screen. Thank you for giving us a cinema that inspires us to strive forward in the pursuit of creative excellence.”

Aditya Dhar thanked YRF and also shared how some of the production house’s iconic films served as an inspiration for him. He wrote, “Thank you @yrf .🙏 It was growing up on films like Yash ji’s Deewar, Darr etc that greatly influenced me! Also not many people know this, but I actually got my first break with YRF itself, as a lyricist way back on Kabul Express!! To receive such kind appreciation today from a company whose iconic films have defined and nurtured generations of Indian filmmakers and cinema fans is deeply humbling. It only strengthens our resolve to keep pushing boundaries and telling stories with intent, courage and conviction. Deeply grateful for the generosity and the love ❤️”

Thank you @yrf.🙏
It was growing up on films like Yash ji’s Deewar, Darr etc that greatly influenced me!
Also not many people know this, but I actually got my first break with YRF itself, as a lyricist way back on Kabul Express!!
To receive such kind appreciation today from a…

— Aditya Dhar (@AdityaDharFilms) January 7, 2026

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Ranveer Singh, who was launched in the Hindi film industry by YRF with Band Baaja Baaraat (2010), was also managed by YRF Talent. However, the actor exited Yash Raj Films’ talent management agency a few months ago. Thanking YRF for appreciating his film, Ranveer wrote, “My beloved Alma Mater (red and white heart emoji) only ever wanted to make you proud.”

Ranveer Singh has also starred in several YRF-backed films, including Ladies vs Ricky Bahl (2011), Gunday (2014), Kill Dil (2014) and Befikre (2016). After the success of Dhurandhar, the actor has begun preparations for his next film, Pralay.

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