Karan Johar has declared Dhurandhar as his all-time favorite performance of Ranveer Singh, calling it outstanding and a career-defining act. The acclaimed filmmaker took to Instagram to laud Ranveer’s portrayal of Hamza in Aditya Dhar’s spy thriller, a character that has already become the talk of the town for its depth and intensity. His emphatic endorsement has added yet another feather to Ranveer’s cap, reinforcing the unanimous verdict from critics and audiences alike that Dhurandhar is a cinematic triumph.
Sharing his excitement on social media, Karan Johar wrote, “OUTSTANDING!!! So much respect for ADITYA DHAR RANVEER SINGH SHASHWAT SACHDEVA (my favourite Ranveer Singh performance). Congratulations to the entire cast and crew and to officialjiostudios.” The post has gone viral, with fans and industry members echoing Johar’s sentiment. The filmmaker’s praise carries special weight given his own successful collaboration with Ranveer in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, a film that earned both commercial success and critical acclaim.
A Career Defining Performance
By calling Hamza his favorite performance, Karan Johar has effectively positioned Dhurandhar as a benchmark in Ranveer’s already illustrious career. The actor has delivered memorable performances in films like Padmaavat, Gully Boy, and 83, but Johar’s declaration suggests that Hamza stands above them all. This is high praise coming from a filmmaker who has worked with some of the biggest stars in Bollywood and has an eye for exceptional performances.
Directed and co-produced by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar is a gripping spy action thriller inspired by real-life covert operations linked to India’s RAW. The film hit theatres on December 5, 2025 and boasts an ensemble cast featuring Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, and Sara Arjun, alongside Ranveer Singh in a role that critics are calling his most layered and transformative yet. The film’s narrative, steeped in geopolitical intrigue and inspired by the underworld of Lyari, has resonated strongly with viewers.
Setting The Stage For Awards Season
With a runtime of 214 minutes, Dhurandhar is not just one of the longest Indian films ever made but also one of the most ambitious, setting the stage for its second installment. As the buzz intensifies, Karan Johar’s glowing review amplifies the film’s momentum, making it clear that Dhurandhar is more than just a thriller. It is a showcase of Ranveer Singh’s unmatched versatility and Aditya Dhar’s visionary storytelling. If industry chatter is any indication, awards season might just belong to Hamza.
About Dhurandhar
Dhurandhar is a spy action thriller directed and co-produced by Aditya Dhar. The film is produced by JIO Studios and stars Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan, and Sara Arjun in key roles. It released on December 5, 2025 and runs for 214 minutes. More official announcements about the sequel are awaited.
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