Thursday marked the grand theatrical debut of Ranveer Singh’s action-packed ‘Dhurandhar 2’, but it’s the film’s provocative narrative that’s stealing headlines. Portraying Atiq Ahmad’s ISI connections, demonetization drama, and Dawood’s terror links, the movie has sparked fierce political backlash. Samajwadi Party parliamentarian ST Hasan weighed in sharply, labeling it a calculated ploy to hype ticket sales.
In a candid interview, Hasan pointed out that Indian law enforcement holds all the facts on such underworld ties, yet filmmakers peddle unverified stories for shock value. ‘Whether it’s ISI or otherwise, agencies haven’t disclosed details—but movies spill the beans to hook viewers,’ he remarked. ‘A little controversy, media frenzy, and boom—the film flies.’
While confirming Dawood’s ISI associations as public knowledge, Hasan cautioned against extending unproven narratives to figures like Atiq. He criticized modern Bollywood for churning out politically charged content that sows discord rather than unity. ‘Films today tear at Hindu-Muslim fabrics, spreading hate instead of brotherhood. Are parties funding this divisiveness?’ he questioned.
Hasan didn’t spare BJP’s Kangana Ranaut, hitting back at her Rahul Gandhi barbs by advising introspection amid social media chaos. With ‘Dhurandhar 2’ riding high on controversy, the debate underscores how Indian cinema increasingly blurs lines between fiction, fact, and propaganda, leaving audiences to sift through the noise.