<p>As far as spy thrillers go, there are barely a few which leave a mark on the big screen. <em>Dhurandhar </em>might be an exception to this list, as it packs a punch, especially through its star cast.</p><p><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/ranveer-singh">Ranveer Singh </a>immerses himself in the character of Hamza Ali, an Indian spy who is part of a long-term plan to destabilise the enemy from within. Hamza is able to infiltrate the gang of Rehman Dakait (<a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/akshaye-khanna">Akshaye Khanna</a>), a gangster from the Karachi underworld who is the kingmaker in the country’s political setting.</p>.Dhurandhar FDFS Review: Ranveer & others shine, but the film is vexed by its lengthy narrative.<p>Set against the backdrop of the IC-814 hijacking and the Parliament attack, the movie delves into the mind of Ajay Sanyal (<a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/madhavan">R Madhavan</a>), the chief of The Intelligence Bureau. Plagued by internal inefficiencies and corruption, Sanyal begins the long-drawn plan to plant assets within the enemy.</p><p>Earning Rehman’s trust allows Hamza access to major players within the ISI, as he climbs up the ladder to establish a stronghold for himself. </p><p><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/sanjay-dutt">Sanjay Dutt </a>is menacing as SP Aslam Choudhary, a cop bent on destroying the underworld. There is no doubt that the performances of the lead cast are top-notch, backed with equally impressive cinematography and soundtrack.</p><p>The downside of this thriller is the runtime and the ending, for the climax is rather insipid. The storytelling does its best to hold your attention, with it possible to lose track of things, as different plots and characters emerge at different levels. The action is fast paced and certain scenes hit the spot.</p><p>Overall, one could say that this is a Ranveer and Akshaye show, as it gives a glimpse into the world of our unsung heroes.</p>
<p>As far as spy thrillers go, there are barely a few which leave a mark on the big screen. <em>Dhurandhar </em>might be an exception to this list, as it packs a punch, especially through its star cast.</p><p><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/ranveer-singh">Ranveer Singh </a>immerses himself in the character of Hamza Ali, an Indian spy who is part of a long-term plan to destabilise the enemy from within. Hamza is able to infiltrate the gang of Rehman Dakait (<a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/akshaye-khanna">Akshaye Khanna</a>), a gangster from the Karachi underworld who is the kingmaker in the country’s political setting.</p>.Dhurandhar FDFS Review: Ranveer & others shine, but the film is vexed by its lengthy narrative.<p>Set against the backdrop of the IC-814 hijacking and the Parliament attack, the movie delves into the mind of Ajay Sanyal (<a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/madhavan">R Madhavan</a>), the chief of The Intelligence Bureau. Plagued by internal inefficiencies and corruption, Sanyal begins the long-drawn plan to plant assets within the enemy.</p><p>Earning Rehman’s trust allows Hamza access to major players within the ISI, as he climbs up the ladder to establish a stronghold for himself. </p><p><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/sanjay-dutt">Sanjay Dutt </a>is menacing as SP Aslam Choudhary, a cop bent on destroying the underworld. There is no doubt that the performances of the lead cast are top-notch, backed with equally impressive cinematography and soundtrack.</p><p>The downside of this thriller is the runtime and the ending, for the climax is rather insipid. The storytelling does its best to hold your attention, with it possible to lose track of things, as different plots and characters emerge at different levels. The action is fast paced and certain scenes hit the spot.</p><p>Overall, one could say that this is a Ranveer and Akshaye show, as it gives a glimpse into the world of our unsung heroes.</p>