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Ex-Deputy NSA: 'Dhurandhar 2' Sets Indian Cinema Benchmark
1 Apr
Summary
- Former Deputy NSA Pankaj Saran prefers Dhurandhar 2 over its predecessor.
- He believes the film sets a new benchmark for Indian cinema production quality.
- Saran supports the director's artistic choices in depicting real events.
Former Deputy National Security Advisor Pankaj Saran has lauded the film 'Dhurandhar 2', expressing a preference for it over the original movie. He noted that while the violence in the film was "over the top," its overall production quality and skill set a new benchmark for the Indian film industry, a significant improvement from previous amateurish productions.
Saran, a retired diplomat with extensive experience, also voiced his support for director Aditya Dhar's artistic vision. He defended the use of artistic license in exaggerating stories based on real incidents, comparing it to historical Hollywood practices of depicting enemies. Saran stated that such creative choices are justifiable and align with international filmmaking norms.
'Dhurandhar 2' has achieved significant success, with its star Ranveer Singh and director Aditya Dhar receiving widespread acclaim. Notably, Finland's President Alexander Stubb also shared his positive viewing experience of the film, highlighting its broad appeal.
