Shatrughan Sinha Praises Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar as a Masterpiece

Beyond the Labels: Shatrughan Sinha Defends Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar’ Against Propaganda Claims

Veteran actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha has sparked a fresh conversation in Bollywood by hailing Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar. He referred to the movie as an ‘absolute masterpiece.’ This remark is quite surprising, especially from a politician, as many critics and social media users have labelled the high-stakes action thriller as a ‘propaganda film.’

Sinha argues that the movie’s technical and storytelling aspects should take center stage. His public support marks a significant moment where a seasoned political figure chooses cinematic art over partisan debates.

Cinematic Brilliance or Political Tool

Shatrughan Sinha watched the movie at a private show and then shared a great review. He told people to stop focusing on politics, praising the high-quality filming and the great acting. He said the movie honors heroes who are often forgotten.

As reported by Hindustan Times, Shatrughan Sinha shared his thoughts on the ‘propaganda’ label very clearly: "What propaganda film? I have seen the film, and it is an absolute masterpiece. It is a very well-made film. Aditya Dhar has done a great job. The performances are top-notch. It is a film that every Indian should watch."

His praise is quite special as his party colleagues dislike movies that lean toward certain ideas. This suggests that a director's skill can sometimes bring people together despite their political differences.

Wow! Just happened to see the most talked about film an absolute masterpiece
'Dhurandhar'. What 'propaganda' film??? A film is a film is a film. It's a great film, gripping interesting & full of entertainment, made with sincerity. The sets too have been created beautifully in…

— Shatrughan Sinha (@ShatruganSinha) February 25, 2026

How Will the Dhurandhar Propaganda Debate Affect Future Releases?

The question of the hour is how this ‘propaganda’ talk will affect Bollywood's business in the future. Some regular viewers are getting tired of these debates. They feel stuck in the middle of political fights. Experts worry that if every patriotic movie is called propaganda, filmmakers might stop making movies about history or the military.

Multiplex owners and advertisers are also watching this situation closely. If a movie is too controversial, brands might stop showing their ads. Sinha’s support helps protect the film from these problems. He is showing that a movie can love the country without being a political tool.

The success of Dhurandhar highlights Bollywood’s shift. Filmmakers are gradually learning what makes a great movie and captures audiences.