Can Ranveer Singh Pull an Allu Arjun in Dhurandhar 2?
When Pushpa released in 2021, one name towered above everything else — Allu Arjun. From packed theatres to social media timelines, conversations revolved almost entirely around his performance, screen presence, and striking physical transformation. The film’s success became inseparable from him. Pushpa stood as a clear example of how a lead actor can completely own a film and turn it into a cultural phenomenon.
The scenario was very different with Dhurandhar. Despite emerging as a massive blockbuster, the spotlight did not firmly remain on its lead star, Ranveer Singh. Instead, it was Akshaye Khanna who became the film’s most talked-about performer. His sheer intensity, commanding screen presence, and layered characterization left a lasting impact, with many viewers feeling that he overshadowed the hero himself.
This perception was evident everywhere. In theatres, discussions after the shows centered more on Akshaye Khanna’s scenes than on Ranveer Singh’s performance. On social media, the trend only grew stronger. Even after the film made its way to OTT platforms, praise continued to pour in for Akshaye Khanna, while Ranveer’s role attracted comparatively less attention.
This naturally leads to a crucial question surrounding the sequel. With Dhurandhar 2, can Ranveer Singh shift this narrative? Can he replicate what Allu Arjun achieved with Pushpa 2: The Rule — a film that many termed average, yet one that went on to become a massive blockbuster largely on the strength of Allu Arjun’s performance alone?
Interestingly, Dhurandhar 2 presents Ranveer Singh with a unique opportunity. Akshaye Khanna’s character, having been killed in the first part, will not have a major presence in the sequel. This leaves the narrative space wide open. The stage is now entirely Ranveer’s to command.
Sequels often serve as a powerful platform for actors to return stronger and redefine their screen identity. Whether Ranveer Singh can rise above all expectations and truly dominate Dhurandhar 2 remains to be seen. Anticipation is high, and audiences will be watching closely to see if this sequel becomes his long-awaited defining moment.
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