Samajwadi Party Angered by 'Atif Ahmed' Mention in Dhurandhar 2
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Dhurandhar 2's 'Atif Ahmed' Character Sparks Political Firestorm for Samajwadi Party
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Moneycontrol•26-03-2026, 10:58
Dhurandhar 2's 'Atif Ahmed' Character Sparks Political Firestorm for Samajwadi Party
•The film Dhurandhar 2's character "Atif Ahmad" has sparked controversy due to its strong resemblance to slain gangster-politician Atiq Ahmed, putting the Samajwadi Party on the defensive.
•The character's portrayal, including a Chakia backdrop and links to ISI/Lashkar-e-Taiba, mirrors Atiq Ahmed's life, despite a disclaimer from filmmakers.
•Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of using films to create a "fabricated narrative" and malign the party ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections.
•SP leaders fear the film reinforces the "mafia-politician" tag and reopens the chapter of Atiq Ahmed's association with the party, impacting voter perception.
•The controversy highlights the intersection of cinema and politics in Uttar Pradesh, with competing narratives on law and order and the legacy of Atiq Ahmed.