Pakistani Reviewer Speaks Out Against Glorification of Notorious Gangster in Bollywood Film Dhurandhar
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A Karachi native took to Reddit to share their thoughts on the Bollywood film Dhurandhar, which is set in their hometown and explores the world of Karachi's Lyari Town gangs. While praising the film's direction and cinematography, they expressed unease with the portrayal of real-life gangster Rehman Dakait, who was 'somewhat glorified' in the movie. The reviewer, who wishes to remain anonymous, noted that the film's depiction of Dakait, played by Akshaye Khanna, was problematic, given their personal experiences with the notorious figure. They drew a parallel with the common practice of glorifying Dawood Ibrahim in Hindi cinema and suggested that changing the character's name might be a better approach. Despite their reservations, the reviewer acknowledged that Dhurandhar is 'a good movie overall,' with some minor errors in details. The film, starring Ranveer Singh, has been a commercial success, earning over ₹872 crore worldwide. However, the reviewer's comments highlight the complexities of blending fact and fiction in storytelling, particularly when it comes to sensitive topics like crime and gang culture.
