'Dhurandhar' 1st look out: Ranveer Singh's fierce and bloody avatar will give you Khilji flashbacks
Ranveer Singh
gave his fans a powerful surprise by releasing the first look of his upcoming film
Dhurandhar
. The actor shared a gripping teaser on Instagram, capturing his audience with a raw, intense portrayal that signals his return in a dramatic new avatar.
Dark Visuals and Explosive Action
The teaser begins with Ranveer making his way through a dimly lit corridor, setting the tone for a suspense-laden narrative. The atmosphere is thick with tension as a voiceover hints at chaos and upheaval. The visuals then cut to a close-up of Ranveer's rugged face, smeared with blood. With disheveled long hair and a dense beard, he strikes a cigarette, exuding a mix of pain and power. What follows is a flurry of action sequences, highlighting his character's fearlessness and combat prowess.
The teaser also reveals glimpses of
Akshaye Khanna
and
Sanjay Dutt
in gritty roles, contributing to the film's high-stakes, action-driven energy.
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Social Media Erupts with Enthusiasm
Shortly after the video dropped, fans flooded social media with enthusiastic reactions. Comments poured in, many expressing excitement over Ranveer's dynamic transformation and calling it a potential comeback for the actor. The internet buzzed with praise for the teaser's dark tone, hard-hitting imagery, and the star-studded ensemble.
Mysterious Hints and Strategic Timing
Just a day before the teaser's release, Ranveer sparked curiosity by wiping his Instagram clean and removing his profile picture. He posted a mysterious story on his account displaying only the time "12:12." Staying true to that cryptic message, he uploaded the teaser precisely at 12:12 PM on his birthday. The symbolic timing added an extra layer of intrigue to the announcement.
All Eyes on December 5 Release
The teaser also revealed the film's official release date—Dhurandhar is scheduled to hit theatres on December 5. Notably, this release will see the film competing at the box office with The RajaSaab, starring Prabhas, setting the stage for a major cinematic face-off.
The Team Behind Dhurandhar
Dhurandhar is backed by Jio Studios and B62 Studios. The film is written, directed, and produced by
Aditya Dhar
, known for his work on Uri: The Surgical Strike. Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar are also attached as producers. The movie boasts an impressive cast featuring Ranveer Singh in the lead, along with Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna, and Arjun Rampal in pivotal roles.
While there has been speculation that the story may be inspired by the life of Ajit Doval—India's former National Security Advisor and the strategist behind the surgical strikes—the filmmakers have not confirmed this. The teaser simply indicates that the storyline is rooted in real-life events.
With its gritty visuals, intense storytelling hints, and star power, Dhurandhar is already positioning itself as one of the most anticipated action thrillers of the year.
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