Ranveer Singh's latest blockbuster, Dhurandhar, continues to shatter box office records, but behind the scenes, it's the actor's grounded demeanor that is earning praise from his colleagues. In a recent interview, his co-star Naveen Kaushik, who plays Donga in the film, shed light on Singh's exceptional conduct on set, particularly during the challenging large-scale rally sequences.
Leading from the Ground: Ranveer's On-Set Guidance
Speaking to SCREEN from his hometown Delhi, Naveen Kaushik recounted the filming of the political rally scenes. He revealed that Ranveer Singh humbled himself to actively manage the background artists and crowd. "He was there, controlling the audience, because they would see him there," Kaushik shared. Understanding his influence, Singh took it upon himself to guide the crowd for a better shot, even staying back after his own portions were completed.
Kaushik emphasized that this was a conscious choice by the star. "Ranveer knew that if he tried to play himself as the star of the film, people will not be able to give their best work," he explained. Instead, Singh immersed himself as Hamza, his character, building a friendly rapport with everyone on set to ensure comfort and eliminate intimidation.
Mastering the Action and Character Nuance
Kaushik also highlighted the challenges of filming the intense third-act action sequence, a first for him. Shot over six to seven days, it required maintaining high emotional and physical consistency. Here, too, Ranveer Singh proved to be an invaluable mentor. "He guided me during that scene because he has done so much action," Kaushik said. Singh offered actor-centric tips and tricks that went beyond standard stunt coordination, helping his co-star navigate the risks involving special effects and timing.
The conversation also touched upon the popular debate about Akshaye Khanna's impactful performance. Kaushik clarified that Ranveer's subdued presence, especially during Khanna's viral entry song 'FA9LA', was a deliberate character choice. "He is a spy, and a spy does not try and take attention," Kaushik stated, praising Singh for staying true to Hamza's nature of observing from the shadows. He called this subtle portrayal a "commendable job" and an "extreme feather in his cap."
A Record-Breaking Spy Thriller
Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar and produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, released on December 5, 2025. The film, also starring Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Sara Arjun, has become Ranveer Singh's highest-grossing film ever. As of the latest reports, it has stormed past the Rs 900 crore mark at the global box office. With such phenomenal success, the sequel, Dhurandhar 2, is already slated for release on March 19, 2026.
Naveen Kaushik's revelations paint a picture of a superstar who leverages his influence not for privilege, but for the collective good of the project. This humility, coupled with strategic performance choices, seems to be a cornerstone of the monumental success that Dhurandhar is enjoying worldwide.
