# Anupam Kher's Fiery Defense: "Peo

# Anupam Kher's Fiery Defense: "People Should Be Ashamed" of Calling These Films Propaganda! Imagine watching a film that stirs your soul, makes you proud of your nation, and then hearing critics dismiss it as mere **propaganda**—that's the battle veteran actor Anupam Kher is fighting head-on.[1][2] In a passionate Instagram video, Anupam Kher didn't hold back after watching **Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge**, the spy thriller starring Ranveer Singh that's smashing box office records, crossing ₹500 crore worldwide.[3] He slammed those labeling it "jingoism" or propaganda, saying, "People who are saying it's about jingoism and that it is a propaganda film… I feel so sad for them. I feel pity for them."[1][2] Kher even linked it to past controversies, like when **The Kashmir Files** faced the same backlash: "People who call it a propaganda film should be ashamed of themselves… If you can't tolerate such a movie, go and make such a film. Put some money and hire some writers."[1][2][5] What makes this personal for Kher? He called director Aditya Dhar right after the screening to congratulate him, calling the film "powerful, so magical, so moving, and so deeply human."[2] He reserved special praise for Ranveer Singh, whom he lauded as "outstanding" for his emotional depth, simmering anger, and visible pain in key scenes—high praise from a self-proclaimed "teacher of acting."[1][3] Sanjay Dutt also got a shoutout for his brilliant turn, with Kher declaring, "EVERY 'INDIAN' WILL BE PROUD OF THIS FILM."[2]

Anupam Kher passionately defending films like The Kashmir Files and Dhurandhar 2

Anupam Kher in action – a voice for bold storytelling (Unsplash free stock image).

This isn't just movie talk—it's a rallying cry for cinematic freedom. Kher's words remind us that films like **Dhurandhar 2** and **The Kashmir Files** aren't pushing agendas; they're stories that demand to be felt, not dismissed.[3] In a world quick to label, Kher challenges us: celebrate real talent and narratives that unite, not divide. What do you think—should critics who cry "propaganda" step up and make their own films? Drop your thoughts in the comments below, share this post if it fired you up, and tag a friend who needs to watch **Dhurandhar 2**! Let's keep the conversation going. 🚀
Citations
1.https://www.indiaforums.com/article/people-should-be-ashamed-anupam-kher-reacts-to-dhurandhar-2-the-revenge-propaganda-debate_232964
2.https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/anupam-kher-slams-people-for-calling-dhurandhar-2-propaganda-film-ranveer-singh-responds-aditya-dhar-rakesh-bedi-101774147475235.html
3.https://english.dainikjagranmpcg.com/bollywood/anupam-kher-praises-ranveer-singh-in-dhurandhar-2-row/article-15870
4.https://secure.instagram.com/mediamictollywood/p/DWLg5_7keYG/?hl=en
5.https://m.dailyhunt.in/news/india/english/abp+live+english-epaper-abpleng/people+should+be+ashamed+anupam+kher+defends+dhurandhar+2+against+propaganda+claims-newsid-n705485366
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