Paresh Rawal Engages in Fiery Social Media Spat with RJ Sayema Over 'Dhurandhar 2' Review
While the blockbuster film 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', starring Ranveer Singh, continues its phenomenal box office run, a separate controversy involving veteran actor Paresh Rawal has erupted on social media, capturing significant public attention. The movie, directed by Aditya Dhar, has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from audiences, with its soaring financial performance serving as clear evidence of its widespread appeal.
Rawal's Sharp Response to Sarcastic Review Sparks Backlash
The conflict began when popular radio jockey RJ Sayema shared a video containing a sarcastic critique of 'Dhurandhar 2' on her social media platform. Accompanying the post, she wrote humorously, "Hahahaha. Best review of Dhurandhar!" This prompted a sharp and immediate reaction from Paresh Rawal, who responded directly to her comment.
Rawal retorted, "Your job as a stupid reporter is secured. Nobody wants it (sic)." However, RJ Sayema quickly corrected him, clarifying that she is not a reporter but a radio jockey. She fired back with a pointed reply, stating, "Get your facts right. I am not a reporter. You are just an actor, hugely distant from your art in real life."
History of Critical Confrontations and Celebrity Reactions
This is not the first instance where Paresh Rawal has publicly challenged critics of the film. Previously, he had called out prominent film critic Anupama Chopra for her review of 'Dhurandhar', indicating a pattern of defending the movie against negative feedback.
Meanwhile, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma penned an extensive and passionate note praising 'Dhurandhar 2', describing it as a "horror" for traditional filmmakers. He elaborated that the film terrifies those who built careers on exaggerated, formulaic cinema filled with loudness and masala. Varma emphasized that Ranveer Singh's portrayal introduces a new kind of hero—flawed, dangerous, and unpredictable—whose heroism stems from actions rather than dramatic music and unrealistic physics.
Varma further asserted that this innovative approach makes older, god-like heroes appear ridiculous and exposes their blind followers. Paresh Rawal later reshared Varma's review, amplifying its message across his social media channels.
Record-Breaking Box Office Performance Amid Controversy
Despite the online disputes, 'Dhurandhar 2' is achieving remarkable commercial success. The film earned an impressive Rs 43 crore from Wednesday paid previews alone. On its official opening day on Thursday, it added a staggering Rs 102.55 crore, bringing its total collection to Rs 145.55 crore within just two days. These numbers underscore the movie's massive popularity and strong audience turnout, even as debates about its artistic merit and political undertones continue to swirl.
The ongoing clash between Paresh Rawal and RJ Sayema highlights the polarized reception of the film, with some celebrating its bold narrative and others criticizing it as propaganda. As the box office figures climb, the social media exchanges add an extra layer of drama to the film's already sensational journey in the entertainment industry.
