In this episode, we break down the controversy around Dhruv Rathee and his film Dhurandhar.

From political narratives, government criticism, and comparisons with real terror attacks, to cinema, propaganda, and freedom of expression, we discuss what’s being said, what’s being shown, and what’s being questioned.

The conversation moves beyond just one film or one creator. We talk about ideology, left vs right narratives in cinema, fear among actors, media influence, and how opinions slowly become facts in the public mind.

As the episode unfolds, it also turns inward. We talk about life, death, last wishes, regrets, food, football, documentaries, and what it really means to live honestly in polarized times.

This episode is long, layered, and uncomfortable by design.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Dhurandhar: background & context

03:00 – What Dhruv Rathee said in his video: review & breakdown

04:00 – Statements on the Indian government

05:52 – Hitler comparison & controversial remarks about Narendra Modi

07:32 – Pulwama vs 26/11 comparison

08:40 – Why this movie was made

09:40 – “Bhade ke tattoo actors” & calling viewers sadist

12:45 – Nitish Rajput vs Dhruv Rathee: belief systems

14:22 – Is Dhurandhar propaganda?

16:22 – Who is actually in danger: Hindus or Muslims?

21:55 – Red card scene critique

25:29 – Hidden messages in the film

27:15 – Left-wing vs right-wing cinema

30:47 – Sucharita Tyagi’s review & Parliament attack scene

32:55 – Fourth wall break by Aditya Dhar

35:24 – Why actors & celebrities avoid politics

37:18 – Munna Bhaiya (Mirzapur reference)

38:58 – Are Dhruv Rathee’s videos misleading?

42:20 – Newspaper cuttings, narratives & Fake AI

43:02 – Aravalli Hills & Supreme Court verdict

45:06 – Lionel Messi’s town in India & Sunil Chhetri

47:42 – If today was your last day: last meal

51:15 – What would we do if we were about to die?

53:20 – Last wishes & lifelong regrets

58:17 – How we want to live our final moments

01:00:05 – Madhumita Dixit’s new series review

01:03:00 – Kartik Aaryan & acting discussion

01:06:20 – Dhanda Nyaywala controversy

01:13:50 – Documentary idea on real India & A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

In Episode 95, we're joined by Yogi Baba Productions (Rajeev & Yogi) for an unfiltered deep dive into DHURANDHAR—Aditya Dhar's massive film starring Ranveer Singh. This is pure cinema discussion: reactions, analysis, controversies, and everything in between.

🎬 DHURANDHAR BREAKDOWN:

* First reactions & theatre experience

* Favourite scenes and best performances

* Anupama Chopra's review vs our take

* 12th Fail comparison & critical differences

🔥 THE CONTROVERSY:

* Propaganda or facts? Breaking down the accusations

* Why Dhurandhar is getting negative PR & backlash

* Negative PR in Bollywood: The insider truth exposed

* Misogyny, masculinity & the feminine gaze debate

* Parliament attack scene & political criticism

🎭 FILMMAKING ANALYSIS:

* Why Dhurandhar's screenplay actually works

* Aditya Dhar's signature visual style & best shots

* Comedy in Dhurandhar: Did it land?

* The hijack scene disappointment

* Rehman Daku killing scene & Ashish Khanna's performance

🔮 PART 2 PREDICTIONS:

* Dhurandhar Part 2: Story predictions & what we know

* What Part 2 needs to improve

* Who is Ranveer Singh really playing?

* Fictional or based on reality?

🎯 BOLLYWOOD DEBATES:

* Ranveer Singh vs Shah Rukh Khan: The acting debate

* Shahid Kapoor as a pan-India actor?

* Biggest directors in Bollywood right now

* Why Aditya Dhar made Dhurandhar & Ashwatthama update

* Dil Dhadakne Do: Why that film still feels right

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 – Intro

0:45 – 2025 Recap: Good Year or Bad Year?

5:15 – Dhurandhar: First Reaction & Theatre Experience

6:40 – Favourite Scenes from Dhurandhar

8:25 – Anupama Chopra's Review & 12th Fail Comparison

9:40 – Dhurandhar vs Critics: Propaganda or Facts?

10:50 – Dhurandhar Hijack Scene & Disappointment

12:01 – Is Dhurandhar Fictional or Based on Reality?

13:33 – Misogyny, Masculinity & Feminine Gaze in Dhurandhar

15:10 – Why Dhurandhar's Screenplay Works

16:30 – Best Performances & Favourite Characters

19:40 – Comedy in Dhurandhar: Worked or Not?

21:40 – Best Shot of Ranveer Singh & Aditya Dhar's Signature Style

23:30 – Parliament Attack Scene & Political Criticism

25:25 – Why Dhurandhar Is Getting Backlash & Negative PR

28:10 – Negative PR Is Real: Bollywood Insider Truths

29:50 – Rehman Daku Killing Scene & Ashish Khanna's Performance

32:30 – Dhurandhar Pitch Meeting Discussion

33:30 – Why Aditya Dhar Made Dhurandhar & Ashwatthama Update

35:28 – Shahid Kapoor as a Pan-India Actor?

37:17 – Dhurandhar Part 2: Story Predictions

45:00 – Who Is Ranveer Singh Playing in Dhurandhar?

49:28 – What Dhurandhar Part 2 Needs to Improve

52:29 – Best & Worst Sequences of Dhurandhar

54:30 – Biggest Directors in Bollywood Right Now

55:27 – Ranveer Singh vs SRK: Acting Debate

56:40 – Dil Dhadakne Do: Why That Film Still Feels Right

This is raw, unfiltered cinema talk. No PR-approved takes. Just honest reactions and deep analysis.

Hosted by: Prateek, Ishu & Chanchal

Special Guests: Yogi Baba Productions (Rajeev & Yogi)

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