Movie review
March 18, 2026 · 235 min · NR · Hindi
Woke Score
Lower is better
Breakdown
These are the editorial factors and ratings behind our score for Dhurandhar: The Revenge.
Woke representation / casting
Straight Indian ensemble fits the spy story; no forced diversity or swaps.
Woke political dialogue
Heavy pro-India nationalism and anti-terror messaging—not woke progressive critique.
Identity-driven story themes
Protagonist’s roots fuel revenge; Muslim alias is infiltration tactic only.
Western institutional / cultural critique
Praises Indian agencies/govt; slams Pakistan/ISI/opposition—flips woke tropes.
Woke character or canon changes
Fresh sequel, no legacy IP altered.
Review
This sequel is pure raw Indian spy action—no woke lectures, no identity swaps, no diversity quotas. Ranveer Singh’s undercover agent turns full monster for revenge and country, blending personal blood-feuds with pro-India patriotism against Pakistani gangs and ISI. Critics whine it’s “Hindutva propaganda” for nodding to demonetization and glorifying agencies, but that’s the opposite of modern activist stuff. Zero forced agendas, just balls-out thriller vibes. Safe as hell for anyone dodging the usual Hollywood preaching.
Anti-woke backlash and complaints
Heat is all anti-patriotism gripes; zero woke pushback.
Creator track record context
Consistent nationalist films; boosts low-woke confidence.
Production
