Ranveer Singh to Kick Off Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar on July 25; Inspired by True R&AW Events

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar gears up for his next high-octane project – a gripping espionage thriller titled “Dhurandhar”. While his previous mythological venture, The Immortal Ashwatthama, remains on hold, Dhar isn’t wasting any time. Dhurandhar boasts a star-studded cast, bringing together Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal for the first time.

The team will start shooting on July 25, 2024. The first leg of filming will take place in Thailand, a key location for intelligence network interactions. The source further revealed, “The film is set during the golden era of Indian Intelligence Agencies, coinciding with the rise of R&AW. The team will unite for the international leg, followed by schedules in India and UAE.” The screenplay draws inspiration from true events in the chronicles of R&AW.

Although the official title hasn’t been announced yet, the stakeholders recently gathered for a photoshoot. “Ranveer feels thrilled to venture into the world of espionage with Aditya Dhar. Sanjay Dutt portrays the antagonist, while Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal represent the Indian intelligence apparatus,” the source explained.

The actors have undergone meticulous look tests to ensure they match the appearance and demeanor of real-life agents. The source added, “After the phenomenal success of Uri, this is the perfect follow-up for director Aditya Dhar. He feels deeply fascinated by the world of spies and firmly believes this film will resonate with audiences globally. Ranveer feels equally pumped to reunite with Dhar on set. With a filming period of six months, the movie is slated for a theatrical release in the second half of 2025.”

Aditya Dhar, alongside his brother Lokesh Dhar, will produce Dhurandhar under their banner, B62 Studios. They are also collaborating with a major studio for the project.

Reports suggest a massive budget and an unprecedented shooting scale for “Dhurandhar”. The film will feature extensive shooting in India and overseas locations, hinting at a global storyline or action sequences set in unique international settings.