Dhurandhar 2: A Pivotal Moment for Masala Films After the 'Godly' Hero's Demise?
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Dhurandhar 2: Is 'Godly' Hero Dead? Film Breaks Records, Sparks Masala Debate
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CNBC TV18•20-03-2026, 19:23
Dhurandhar 2: Is 'Godly' Hero Dead? Film Breaks Records, Sparks Masala Debate
•Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2 shattered global box office records with a ₹240 crore opening day, surpassing Jawan, RRR, and Baahubali 2.
•Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma hails Dhurandhar 2's success as a 'horror' for traditional masala cinema, signaling a shift from 'dumbed down' heroes.
•Varma praises Ranveer Singh's portrayal of a 'true real hero' who bleeds and feels pain, contrasting with 'godly heroes' of the past.
•The film's success fuels a debate between realism and spectacle, with some filmmakers advocating for character depth over 'theme park' cinema.
•Despite Dhurandhar 2's record-breaking start, the all-time global box office is still dominated by films featuring 'godly' heroes like Dangal and Baahubali 2.