The roaring success of Ranveer Singh's latest blockbuster, 'Dhurandhar', has drawn applause from numerous Bollywood celebrities, from Karan Johar to Shraddha Kapoor. However, the noticeable silence from one of his closest industry friends, Alia Bhatt, has become a talking point among fans and observers.
A Silent Stance Amidst the Storm
Despite sharing a well-documented camaraderie with Ranveer Singh after collaborating on films like 'Gully Boy' and 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani', Alia has not publicly commented on 'Dhurandhar'. Their friendship has been a frequent topic of discussion, notably highlighted during their joint appearance on Karan Johar's popular talk show, 'Koffee With Karan'.
Interestingly, while Alia hasn't addressed the current box office storm directly, she recently spoke with great warmth about Ranveer. During an interactive session with Vogue, where she revisited different phases of her life through photographs, Alia came across a picture from the Berlin International Film Festival premiere of 'Gully Boy'.
Reflecting on that moment, she said, "That evening was the premiere and Gully Boy got a lot of love." She went on to heap praise on Ranveer's iconic performance, adding, "Ranveer headlined the movie, he was the Gully Boy. He was just outstanding, like even the music and the rap, till today, I think has a solid vibe."
A Bond Beyond the Screen
The depth of their off-screen bond is well-known. Alia once revealed that Ranveer was among the very first people she informed about her engagement to Ranbir Kapoor, even before the news became public. This trust underscores a personal connection that transcends their professional collaborations.
Their relationship exists within a fascinating web of Bollywood history. Ranveer's wife, Deepika Padukone, and Alia's husband, Ranbir Kapoor, were in a high-profile relationship early in their careers. That chapter ended publicly, with Deepika hinting at infidelity on Ranbir's part during an earlier 'Koffee With Karan' episode. Both parties have since moved on, successfully working together in subsequent films like 'Tamasha' and 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani'.
What's Next for the Stars?
On the professional front, Ranveer Singh is riding high on the success of 'Dhurandhar' and is already gearing up for its sequel, slated for a March release. Furthermore, he is set to step into the iconic role for Farhan Akhtar's 'Don 3', which is expected to commence filming next year.
Alia Bhatt, meanwhile, is awaiting the release of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus, 'Love and War'. The film will see her share screen space once again with her husband Ranbir Kapoor, alongside actor Vicky Kaushal, marking another major collaboration in her stellar career.
While Alia's specific reasons for not commenting on 'Dhurandhar' remain her own, her recent affectionate recollections about Ranveer Singh confirm that their mutual respect and friendship continue to thrive, independent of the box office buzz surrounding his current hit.
