Mumbai 26/11 survivor recalls chilling night after watching Dhurandhar, Aditya Dhar says: ‘This story had to be told’

In her post, she also referred to the scene that immediately follows, where the film shifts to Pakistan and shows top ISI officials watching the attacks unfold live and celebrating. “To see the scene recreated from the other side- the handlers celebrating at every bomb going off & every person killed – if that doesn’t fill us with rage and renewed commitment to national security, what else will?” she wrote.

She concluded by thanking both Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar for their work, emphasising the emotional weight the film carried for her even years later. “17 years have passed but the memory of what happened and what could have happened to us just shook me to the core. Gut wrenching and painful. Huge credit to Dhurandhar and its makers @AdityaDharFilms for ensuring that an entire new generation understands what truly happened on 26/11 in just those 2–3 minutes. That look of @RanveerOfficial will haunt an entire generation.”

Aditya Dhar was quick to respond, expressing his gratitude and reiterating the intent behind the film. He wrote, “Your words remind us why this story had to be told. That moment was shaped to reflect the brutal truth. If it leaves a mark, it is to ensure we remember, stand united, and never allow such darkness to return. Thank you for surviving, for speaking, and for strengthening our collective resolve.”

Your words remind us why this story had to be told. That moment was shaped to reflect the brutal truth. If it leaves a mark, it is to ensure we remember, stand united, and never allow such darkness to return. Thank you for surviving, for speaking, and for strengthening our…

— Aditya Dhar (@AdityaDharFilms) December 17, 2025

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Meanwhile, Dhurandhar continues its strong run at the box office and has drawn widespread praise from audiences and members of the film industry alike. Several celebrities, including Vicky Kaushal, Allu Arjun, Shraddha Kapoor, and Karan Johar, have publicly lauded the film. Hrithik Roshan also shared his thoughts, appreciating the film while acknowledging his ideological differences with it. Writing on his Instagram story, he said, “I may disagree with the politics of it, and argue about the responsibilities us filmmakers should bear as citizens of the world. Nevertheless, can’t ignore how loved and learnt from this one as a student of cinema. Amazing.”