Director Ram Gopal Varma has once again expressed his strong support. extreme revengeWhich is increasing the anticipation towards the sequel. The filmmaker, who has previously spoken positively about the franchise, watched the film during its paid preview on March 18, 2026, a day before its theatrical release.
Ram Gopal Varma called Dhurandhar The Revenge “Sholay x 100”, praising Aditya Dhar’s approach: “This is the birth of a new cinematic order”.
Varma shared a glowing response on social media after the screening, describing the overall impact of the film in terms of audience response, box office potential and cinematic approach. In his post, he suggested that the sequel could surpass the standards set by the classics. cinder And Mughal-e-AzamWhile it has also been claimed that it introduces a new cinematic language.
He credited director Aditya Dhar for what he described as a transformative vision, even urging global filmmakers like Steven Spielberg and Christopher Nolan to watch the film on its opening day. Varma described the project as a turning point that could redefine contemporary filmmaking standards.
The reaction comes at a time when the film is already garnering attention after the success of its first instalment. Ahead of the release of the sequel, Dhar had shared a detailed note reflecting the journey of the original film, which was scheduled to release on December 5, 2025. He acknowledged the audience’s role in shaping the film’s reception, noting how audiences engaged with its descriptions and discussions, ultimately helping it reach a wider, global audience.
Speaking about the sequel, Dhar explained that the team aims to present an experience that feels unexpected and emotionally engaging. He stressed the importance of watching films in theaters and described the shared experience of cinema as central to its impact. He made a direct appeal to viewers to avoid sharing spoilers, urging viewers to let others know the story without prior knowledge.
extreme revenge It is set for multilingual release in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam, making it set for a wide reach across all markets.
