Ranveer Singh’s fierce appearance in the first glimpse of Dhurandhar has everyone raving about how gruff and intimidating he and the cast look. The explosive teaser was more than enough to send fans into a frenzy and build serious hype around the film.
But not everyone is thrilled.
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A growing section of the internet has raised concerns, pointing out an emerging pattern in Bollywood’s comeback narratives. They say that almost every major actor now returns to the spotlight through just three genres: hypermasculine action films, geopolitical thrillers, or religious dramas.
Fans observed how Vicky Kaushal re-entered the conversation earlier this year with Chhaava, a religiously driven film.
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Ranbir Kapoor’s biggest hit in recent times was Animal, where his performance leaned heavily into toxic masculinity, and his next major project, Ramayana, once again dips into religious themes.
Akshay Kumar attempted to revive his image with Sky Force, a film dealing with geopolitical tension, but it didn’t land as expected.
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Following the critical failure of Sikandar, Salman Khan is now banking on Battle of Galwan, yet another film centered on India’s real-life conflict with China.
Shah Rukh Khan’s massive resurgence came through Pathaan and Jawan, where he portrayed hyper-masculine, heroic characters.
Other actors are following suit. Rajkummar Rao, after being overlooked for his recent release Bhool Chuk Maaf, is now returning with a gritty action flick called Maalik. Varun Dhawan too wass trying to claw back with Baby John, another adrenaline-fueled action project.
Now, with Dhurandhar, Ranveer Singh is the latest to join the bandwagon, a film that, once again, promises action, machismo, and patriotic drama.
The real concern raised by fans isn’t about these films individually, but about the larger trend. They’re questioning whether these are the only genres Bollywood now trusts to bring audiences to theatres. Has it really come down to two hours of violence, nationalism, and exaggerated masculinity to sell seats?
There’s a deeper frustration at play. The feeling that Bollywood has reduced the idea of a “successful comeback” to loud punches, swollen egos, and a flexing hero, leaving no room for newer genres or actual storytelling.
Machismo and male pride have long dominated mainstream cinema, but now, audiences are beginning to take notice. The question is- will the industry listen?
