Mumbai, March 22 – Bollywood multi-talented Karan Johar is experiencing a major case of FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out). The filmmaker-producer shared a note on his Instagram Stories on Sunday, expressing his disappointment at not being able to watch "Dhurandhar: The Revenge" in theaters.
KJo explained that he is currently filming a project in a remote location with no access to cinemas. He wrote, "I am filming in a location that doesn't have access to a cinema and I'm experiencing FOMO."
"Dhurandhar FOMO, I can't wait to watch it, and I'm so proud of so many members of our film fraternity who are coming out and supporting and loving the film... it's so heartening to see the united love for an INDIAN FILM! @adityadharfilms @officialjiostudios @ranveersingh (sic)", he added.
"Dhurandhar: The Revenge," directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, has emerged as one of the biggest box-office successes in recent Indian cinema. The response has been overwhelmingly positive across markets. The film has achieved high occupancy rates, multiple sold-out shows, and strong traction in dubbed versions, indicating its pan-Indian appeal.
Industry figures like Ayushmann Khurrana and Anupam Kher praised its scale and performances, while critics highlighted its spectacle-driven storytelling. Ram Gopal Varma called its success a disruption to traditional filmmaking norms. Culturally, the "Dhurandhar" franchise has evolved into a mass phenomenon. Its blend of hyper-stylized action, nationalism, and star power has resonated strongly with audiences, reflecting current cinematic trends.
Viral moments, music, and even off-screen incidents have amplified its reach, turning it into more than just a film, a conversation driver. The sequel solidifies the franchise as a defining force in modern Bollywood spectacle cinema.
However, the film has also ruffled feathers among some sections of the audience, with many claiming it to be pro-establishment propaganda.