Vetrimaaran Criticizes Dhurandhar 2 Propaganda

Renowned director Vetrimaaran has indirectly criticized Dhurandhar 2, the latest blockbuster, for spreading propaganda. In a statement, he said, "Today everything becomes propaganda. Propaganda has power to influence memory." He referenced the demonetization policy, highlighting its impact on people's lives.

Vetrimaaran's comments come after Dhurandhar 2's release on March 19, 2026, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh. The film has sparked intense discussion, with some praising its content and others criticizing it.

Dhurandhar 2 re-imagines demonetization as "Operation Green Leaf," a covert strike against counterfeit notes, rather than a policy move. The film's depiction has drawn comparisons to India's 2016 demonetization, announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 8, 2016.

The film's makers changed the date of the announcement to avoid legal issues, sparking debate about its portrayal of historical events. Yami Gautam praised the film, calling it "beyond extraordinary" in her early review. Dhurandhar 2's impact on audiences and critics remains to be seen, with Vetrimaaran's comments adding to the discussion.