Gunjan Chaudhary
Filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster Dhurandhar 2 is dominating the box office and winning praise from audiences, but a serious controversy has now cast a shadow over its success. A writer named Santosh Kumar RS has accused the director of plagiarizing his script to create the film. Santosh Kumar RS has publicly alleged that Dhurandhar 2 is based on a story he wrote in 2023. According to him, he had originally planned to make the film with Aditya Roy Kapur in the lead role.
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Santosh Kumar Accused Aditya Dhar of Copying
He revealed that he had approached multiple major production houses, including Sony Pictures Networks India, Zee Studios, T-Series, and Dharma Productions, in search of backing for his project. The writer further claimed that his script was officially registered with the Screenwriters Association in November 2023, and that he possesses email records, drafts, and sketches as proof of ownership.
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In his statement to the media, Santosh Kumar asserted that he will soon take legal action against the makers of the film. He said he plans to present all evidence publicly and pursue a lawsuit, alleging that his work has been exploited. He also expressed disappointment, claiming that his original vision for cinematic storytelling was altered and turned into what he described as political propaganda.
Dhurandhar 2
Let us tell you that Dhurandhar 2 tells the gripping story of an Indian spy, Hamza Ali Mazari, who goes undercover in Pakistan for a revenge mission. The film stars Ranveer Singh in a dual role, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Rakesh Bedi, Gaurav Gera, and Sara Arjun. The storyline reportedly draws inspiration from real-life events such as the 2008 Mumbai attacks and India’s 2016 Indian demonetization.
Dhurandhar
While the film has been a massive commercial success, it has also sparked debates. Some critics and viewers have labeled it as politically charged, while others have praised its storytelling and performances. Several prominent South Indian stars have publicly supported the film, including S. S. Rajamouli, Rishab Shetty, Ram Charan, and Rajinikanth. Despite the controversy, Dhurandhar 2 continues its historic run at the box office. The film has reportedly collected ₹872.17 crore net and ₹1,042.23 crore gross in India. Globally, its earnings have reached an impressive ₹1,392.23 crore within just 12 days of release, breaking over 30 records so far.