{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65c86400f377ea0017e23c0b/69454e46921dd3db0b668189?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Dhurandhar","description":"<p>This episode, we switch gears completely and review <strong>Dhurandhar</strong>, starring <strong>Ranveer Singh</strong> and directed by <strong>Aditya Dhar</strong> (<em>Uri: The Surgical Strike</em>).</p><p><br></p><p>With a massive cast including <strong>Akshaye Khanna</strong>, <strong>Sanjay Dutt</strong>, <strong>R. Madhavan</strong>, <strong>Arjun Rampal</strong>, and <strong>Sara Arjun</strong>, <em>Dhurandhar</em> is a sprawling, intense, and brutally violent political thriller loosely inspired by real events.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Sravan and Tarun discuss:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Whether a <strong>3.5-hour runtime</strong> is justified</li><li>Ranveer Singh’s performance vs his real-life persona</li><li>Why the film is <strong>technically excellent but emotionally draining</strong></li><li>Comparisons to <em>Chhaava</em> and <em>Animal</em></li><li>The violence, pacing, rewatch value, and chapter-based structure</li><li>Why this works as cinema, but not as comfort viewing</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This is one of the <strong>better-made films of the year</strong>, even if it’s not one you’ll rush to rewatch.</p><p><br></p><p>Let us know what you thought — did Dhurandhar live up to the hype?</p><p><br></p><p>Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-gxdwcxGWDE</p><p><br></p><h3><strong>🕒 Timestamps </strong></h3><p>00:24 – Welcome to Paisa Vasool + Dhurandhar intro</p><p>01:09 – Aditya Dhar after <em>Uri</em> + cast overview</p><p>01:45 – Akshaye Khanna appreciation</p><p>02:30 – Supporting cast: Sanjay Dutt, Madhavan, Arjun Rampal</p><p>03:08 – Budget, box office &amp; reception</p><p>03:48 – “Loosely based on true events” discussion</p><p>04:17 – Initial reactions: intense but well made</p><p>05:05 – Structure, chapters &amp; technical execution</p><p>05:33 – Acting performances across the cast</p><p>06:01 – Violence &amp; brutality warning</p><p>06:23 – Comparisons to <em>Chhaava</em></p><p>06:57 – Rewatch value discussion</p><p>07:22 – Sequel confirmation</p><p>07:39 – Ranveer Singh performance breakdown</p><p>08:33 – Career comparison &amp; recent films</p><p>09:06 – Violence vs <em>Animal</em></p><p>09:45 – Pakistan setting &amp; Thailand shoot</p><p>10:20 – Language &amp; authenticity discussion</p><p>10:44 – Runtime &amp; pacing issues</p><p>11:05 – First half vs second half</p><p>11:24 – Final recommendation</p><p>11:49 – OTT viewing potential</p><p>12:11 – Chapter format &amp; series idea</p><p>12:44 – Year-end plans &amp; future episodes</p><p>13:16 – Where to find Paisa Vasool</p><p>13:52 – Why good films sometimes spark less debate</p><p>14:14 – Historical accuracy disclaimer</p><p>14:30 – Comparison to <em>Raazi</em></p><p>15:05 – Final thoughts &amp; wrap-up</p><p><br></p><p>📲 Follow us:</p><p>🔗 Instagram: @paisavasoolpod</p><p>🔗 TikTok: @paisavasool6</p><p>📧 Email: cognitiverecalibrationpodcast@gmail.com</p><p><br></p><p>The equipment we use:</p><p>Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb</p><p>Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP</p><p>Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIp</p><p>XLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOgå</p><p><br></p><p>If you want to support this podcast so we can keep producing our content for free consider the following options:</p><p>Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/3gjnw87å</p><p>Buy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CRecalibration</p><p>Acast Supporter: https://supporter.acast.com/cognitive-recalibration</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoy our content, don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. If you haven't already done so, please give us a review on iTunes or Spotify and help spread the word.</p><p><br></p><p>#Dhurandhar #RanveerSingh #PaisaVasool #AdityaDhar #HindiCinema #BollywoodReview #AkshayeKhanna #IndianCinema #MovieReview #PoliticalThriller</p>","author_name":"Cognitive Recalibration"}