Dhurandhar vs. The Critics: Why Anupama Chopra DELETED Her Review

Okay, stop everything you are doing because the tea is piping hot and it’s spilling all over our timelines! If you thought the Animal discourse was wild, welcome to the Dhurandhar era. Aditya Dhar (yes, the Uri genius) just dropped his spy thriller, and let’s just say... the "Elites" are shook. We are seeing review bombings, savage tweets from Paresh Rawal, and wait for it a famous critic literally deleting their review from the internet. Main Character Energy? Absolutely. Let’s dive into why this movie is living rent-free in everyone's head.

The Breakdown: Reality Checks & Deleted Tapes

The Movie That Woke Up the Internet

First off, Dhurandhar isn't your typical "Bhai-Bhai" spy fest. The internet is screaming because Aditya Dhar decided to wake up and choose violence (the truth kind).

• The Reality Check: The movie reportedly uses real audio from the 26/11 handlers. No sugarcoating, no "Aman Ki Asha" team-ups where RAW and ISI agents hold hands into the sunset. It’s gritty, it’s uncomfortable, and it’s real.

  

• The Cast: We’re talking Ranveer Singh as Hamza (finally in his serious era), Akshaye Khanna, and the GOAT R. Madhavan playing an Ajit Doval-esque figure. The vibe? Dark, intense, and unapologetic.

  

The Anupama Chopra Situation: "Hypocrisy" or "Hate"?

Here is where the tea gets spicy. Anupama Chopra dropped a review on The Hollywood Reporter India calling the film "exhausting," "relentless," and critiquing its "shrill nationalism."

• The Clapback: Paresh Rawal (who never misses) hopped on X and dropped a bomb: "Aren't you tired of being Miss Irrelevant?" 
  

• The Delete Button: But here is the part that has us all confused. After the backlash, the review video disappeared. Poof. Gone.

  

• Our Take: Look, if you hate the movie, stand on business! Deleting the review just makes the internet scream "Hypocrisy!" Did the "narrative" crumble because the audience actually loved seeing the truth? The internet thinks she couldn't handle the fact that we want movies that show reality, even if it hurts.
  

Why You Need to Watch (According to the Streets)

The input we’re seeing from fans is clear: "Don't watch Dhurandhar because a celebrity reviewer said so? What’s the logic?" The audience is rating it high because it doesn't insult their intelligence. It shows the 26/11 horrors exactly as they were. If that makes some people uncomfortable... well, maybe that was the point?

Quick Look: Dhurandhar Deets

Release Date: December 5, 2025 Director: Aditya Dhar (Uri: The Surgical Strike) Star Cast: Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal Key Controversy: Anupama Chopra deleted her negative review after backlash. Paresh Rawal’s viral tweet. Box Office Status: Blockbuster (Crossed ₹100 Cr in opening weekend)

Fans Also Asked

Q1: Why did Anupama Chopra delete her Dhurandhar review? A: While no official statement was released, speculation is that the overwhelming backlash and "trolling" from fans (and Paresh Rawal's tweet) forced The Hollywood Reporter India to take the video private. The internet calls it hypocrisy; her defenders call it safety from toxicity.

Q2: Is Dhurandhar based on a true story? A: Yes! The film is a fictionalized espionage thriller but heavily references real events, including the 1999 Kandahar Hijack, the 2001 Parliament attack, and specifically uses real audio tapes from the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.

Q3: What did Paresh Rawal say to Anupama Chopra? A: In a viral X (Twitter) interaction, veteran actor Paresh Rawal replied to her critique of the film with a savage one-liner: "Aren't you tired of being Miss Irrelevant?"

Q4: Is Dhurandhar part of the YRF Spy Universe? A: No. Dhurandhar is a standalone spy thriller (with a planned sequel) directed by Aditya Dhar and produced by Jio Studios/B62 Studios. It is distinct from the Tiger/Pathaan universe and has a more gritty, realistic tone.