Sandeep Reddy Vanga lauds Dhurandhar for having a ‘masculine spine’, Aditya Dhar says they are ‘brothers walking towards a stronger cinema’

DHURANDHAR is built like a man who doesn’t talk much & carries a masculine spine…. DHURANDHAR The title fits because the film moves with dominance & fierce. The depiction is very clear with zero chaos. Music, performances, screenplay & direction are on the top. #AkshayKhanna…

— Sandeep Reddy Vanga (@imvangasandeep) December 20, 2025

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Aditya Dhar quickly responded to the praise, expressing how much it meant to him: “Thank you, my Dearest Sandeep. Coming from you, this means a great deal. I’ve always admired the fearlessness with which you stand by your cinema and your faith in unapologetic, masculine storytelling. Dhurandhar was shaped with sincerity, restraint, and conviction, your words give that journey its quiet validation.”

He also reflected on their shared journey as ‘brothers’ in the industry, writing: “Grateful for voices like yours that keep Indian cinema honest, rooted, and strong. Two filmmakers, different paths, yet walking as brothers toward a stronger cinema and a braver tomorrow for our country. Cinema remembers the brave, not the agreeable.”

In the days following its release, several celebrities, including Vicky Kaushal, Allu Arjun, Shraddha Kapoor, and Karan Johar, have publicly lauded the film. Hrithik Roshan also shared his thoughts on Instagram Story, acknowledging his ideological differences while appreciating the cinematic merit of the film: “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.”