Dhurandhar 2 Early Reviews Spark Controversy Ahead of Release
As anticipation builds for the release of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh in the lead role, social media platforms have been flooded with what appear to be early reviews of the film. However, these reviews have sparked significant controversy, with many fans questioning their authenticity and legitimacy.
Viral Reviews and Fan Skepticism
In the days leading up to the film's official release, several alleged "first reviews" began circulating widely across social media platforms. One particularly attention-grabbing review claimed, "#DhurandharTheRevenge is the #Baahubali2 of this era !!!! Speechless after watching this CRAZY Cinema at Censor Board!" Another post gave the film a four-star rating and praised its execution, stating, "The first half (around 2 hours 10 minutes) is absolutely zabardast. From the very beginning the film grabs your attention and never lets go. Ranveer Singh is in complete BEAST MODE throughout the film. His screen presence and intensity are next level."
Despite these glowing endorsements, many fans were quick to question the authenticity of these early reactions, labeling them as "fake reviews" and warning others against believing unverified reports. One skeptical fan pointed out, "Movie has not yet been certified and this dude has already seen it." Another asked pointedly, "Where did u watched? Like its not release yet right?" while still another quipped, "Paid preview dekh liya kya?"
Several fans highlighted that official screenings for the film have not yet taken place, nor has the film received its certification in India, making it highly unlikely that these reviews are legitimate. This skepticism has created a divide among the film's enthusiastic fanbase.
Yami Gautam's Official Endorsement
Amidst the controversy surrounding the early reviews, the only official comment on 'Dhurandhar 2' has come from director Aditya Dhar's wife, actress Yami Gautam. Speaking at the News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026, Gautam revealed that she has already watched the film and described it as "beyond extraordinary."
While emphasizing that Dhar would share official details about the film, Gautam shared her emotional reaction to watching 'Dhurandhar 2'. She stated, "I have already watched Dhurandhar 2. It is beyond extraordinary. I was really emotional. I had to catch a flight that day, so I couldn't say anything to Aditya, but later, I couldn't do anything. I had to read a script, but I couldn't; I had to watch something, but I couldn't. I was just watching the beautiful sunset outside and wondering what I will tell Aditya when the flight lands. I wanted to justify my feelings on the film and what I experienced. Aditya loves his audience and the country, and he has given his life's effort to make this film. Dhurandhar 2 will be an experience that the audience will never forget."
Box Office Predictions and Advance Booking Trends
The Dhar directorial serves as the highly anticipated follow-up to the blockbuster 'Dhurandhar', which released on November 5, 2025. With preview shows slated for March 18, industry attention has now shifted to the box office to gauge how well the film will perform and whether it can surpass the records set by its predecessor.
The film has reportedly demonstrated a strong advance booking trend, with all-India advance totals, including blocked seats, climbing to approximately Rs 31.9 crore gross. Industry analysts suggest that with this momentum, the film could potentially achieve a Rs 35 crore haul, which would set a new record in the process.
As the release date approaches, the combination of viral reviews, fan skepticism, official endorsements, and promising box office predictions has created a perfect storm of anticipation and controversy around 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge'. The film's performance will ultimately determine whether the early hype was justified or merely premature excitement.
