Anurag Kashyap Praises 'Dhurandhar' as Courageous, Questions Its Political Messaging

• Anurag Kashyap lauded 'Dhurandhar' as a courageous mainstream film despite disagreeing with some of its political ideologies.
• He specifically criticized the 'New India' dialogue and a political monologue, deeming them unnecessary and not impacting the film's core.
• Kashyap dismissed labeling films like 'Dhurandhar' as propaganda, arguing it's a political act by critics, comparing it to unscrutinized Hollywood films.
• The film, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, has grossed over Rs 1300 crore worldwide.
• Makers are finalizing global transmission deals for 'Dhurandhar' Parts 1 and 2 as a single package, excluding China, Taiwan, and Macau.

Why It Matters: Anurag Kashyap finds 'Dhurandhar' brave for mainstream cinema but challenges its overt political statements.