Bimal Oberoi is enjoying the success of Dhurandhar 2, a spy thriller where he plays the character Shirani. Released on March 19, the film has performed strongly at the box office, and his role has been widely discussed online for its quirky appeal and impact on the story.
After the film’s release, Shirani became a talking point on social media, with users creating memes and humorous interpretations around the character. Fans jokingly began calling him Hamza’s “Doraemon,” drawing playful comparisons to the popular animated character known for solving problems.
Oberoi reacted to the trend and said the reference actually reached him through his nephew, who explained how audiences were interpreting the character in a fun way. He expressed amusement at the unexpected comparisons and the constant flow of messages he has been receiving from fans across platforms.
“Vo kaha se kaha le gaye iss baat ko. Ye Doraemon hai, ye Blinkit hai... (laughs) And every day, I get at least 40 to 50 messages on Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook,” he said.
He further shared that when the character was written, the focus was likely on Shirani as a dependable problem-solver who plays a key role in supporting the main narrative, rather than on the humorous labels assigned online.
Oberoi mentioned that one Facebook post stood out to him, humorously imagining different aspects of Shirani’s look and transformation in the film. He said he found it genuinely funny and has taken all the reactions in stride, adding that audience engagement is ultimately what matters most to him.
