Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Storms Netflix in Pakistan, Leaving Viewers in Awe

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Bollywood's Spy Thriller Breaks Records, Wins Hearts Ranveer Singh's latest outing, Dhurandhar, has taken the world by storm, and Pakistan is no exception. Despite being banned from theatrical release in the country, the film has topped the Netflix charts in Pakistan, just days after its digital release. According to Hindustan Times, Dhurandhar has been trending at number 1 on Netflix in Pakistan since at least Saturday, January 30. The film, which stars Ranveer Singh as an Indian spy infiltrating the gangs of Pakistan's Lyari, has been a topic of discussion among Pakistani viewers. Many have praised the film's authentic portrayal of real incidents and its blend of fact and fiction. One Reddit user, who identified themselves as a Pakistani, called Dhurandhar the 'best ever Bollywood movie' they had ever watched. They praised the film's research and its depiction of a specific Pakistani political party linked to crimes. The user also requested that the sequel feature a positive character based on Chaudhary Aslam. Other viewers have echoed similar sentiments, saying that the film did not demonize Pakistan and actually portrayed it well. They also appreciated the film's nuanced take on Indian politics. Dhurandhar, which was released theatrically on December 22, has grossed over ₹1300 crore worldwide, making it the second-highest-grossing Bollywood film ever. The film also stars Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, and Arjun Rampal. A sequel is set to release on March 19. The film's success on Netflix in Pakistan has sparked a renewed interest in Bollywood films in the country. As one viewer put it, 'It's all love from my side.' Whether Dhurandhar's success will pave the way for more Indian films to be released in Pakistan remains to be seen, but for now, it's clear that the film has won the hearts of many Pakistani viewers.