'I am not a terrorist': Dhurandhar 2's Vivek Sinha, who received 'ghus ke maarenge' threats for his 'Hindu darpok qaum hai' dialogue, reacts

Dhurandhar: The Revenge is making headlines for more than just its scale and star power. Days around its release, the film has found itself at the centre of a controversy sparked by 'Hindu darpok qaum hai' dialogue featured in its trailer.

The Ranveer Singh-led action thriller has been one of the most anticipated films of the year, but a particular line has triggered strong reactions online, drawing attention away from its cinematic buzz.

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Dhurandhar 2 Actor Vivek Sinha Faces Social Media Backlash

Actor Vivek Sinha, who portrays a terrorist in Dhurandhar 2, received backlash after his character delivers a provocative line in the trailer.

The dialogue quickly went viral, with some viewers expressing anger and directing harsh comments towards the actor. The situation escalated as several users appeared to conflate Sinha with the role he plays on screen.

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Dhurandhar 2 Star Responds: ‘I Am Not a Terrorist’

Addressing the controversy, Vivek Sinha issued a clarification on social media, distancing himself from the character.

In a post, he stated: “My name is Vivek Sinha, and I am not a terrorist.”

He also shared a video message explaining that the line in question is part of a scripted performance in Dhurandhar 2 and not a reflection of his personal views.

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Dhurandhar 2 Reaction Highlights Audience Sensitivity

While acknowledging the criticism, Sinha also observed that the intensity of the reactions reflects how emotionally invested audiences are.

He pointed out that such responses, though extreme, stem from strong sentiments and patriotism, adding that viewers should distinguish between actors and the roles they portray.

Dhurandhar 2 Actor Shares Personal Background Amid Row

In his response, Sinha also addressed assumptions made about his identity, clarifying that he is from Bijnor and currently resides in Mumbai.

His remarks aimed to counter misinformation circulating online and to humanise the situation amid rising hostility.

Dhurandhar 2 Continues to Generate Buzz Despite Controversy

Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar: The Revenge features a large ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Sanjay Dutt.

With preview shows scheduled today and the full release set to follow shortly, the film has recorded strong advance bookings and significant audience interest.