The film ‘Dhurandhar 2’ has stirred political reactions due to its portrayal of gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and alleged ties to Pakistan’s ISI. Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav, who knew Ahmed from their time in Parliament, mentioned that films reflect societal incidents. He expressed support for the film, noting its popularity among audiences.
On the other hand, Samajwadi Party MP Rajeev Rai criticized the film, attributing it to political propaganda. He accused the BJP of orchestrating such portrayals to suit their narratives. Janata Dal (United) spokesperson Neeraj Kumar refrained from commenting on the film directly but highlighted the Censor Board’s role in such matters.
Another JD(U) leader, Rajeev Ranjan, reserved judgment on the film until watching it. He emphasized the importance of viewing the content before forming an opinion. Shiv Sena spokesperson Shaina NC opined that while the film’s propaganda nature could be debated, Bollywood primarily aims to entertain audiences.
UP Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar pointed out that filmmakers create content based on audience preferences, distancing the government from film production. The film’s depiction of Atiq Ahmed and alleged ISI connections has sparked a political discourse, with leaders expressing varied opinions across party lines.
