Karan Johar Defends 'Dhurandhar' Politics

Filmmaker Karan Johar has publicly defended the political aspects of Aditya Dhar's recent directorial, Dhurandhar, a film that has garnered both box office success and criticism. Johar, who previously praised the film, elaborated in a recent interview that he was not offended by its narrative, despite acknowledging its potentially divisive nature. He lauded the film's craftsmanship and storytelling, highlighting how director Aditya Dhar has emerged as a strong, unique voice in cinema.

Johar expressed his admiration for the film's structure, divided into chapters, and its internal gaze on politics. He asserted that cinema should allow for diverse viewpoints, and he appreciated Dhurandhar for its craft rather than focusing on ideological issues. He described the film as nuanced and commended the powerful performances, including those by Ranveer Singh and the entire cast and crew.