R. Madhavan Reveals Dhurandhar Stars Broke Down While Filming the 26/11 Scene

By Aditya Nagar | February 21, 2026

Dhurandhar, the blockbuster movie that earned Rs 1,349.65 crore worldwide, had some scenes where actors felt uncomfortable, reveals actor R. Madhavan, who plays Ajay Sanyal in the movie.

Dhurandhar: The Mumbai Attack 26/11 Movie That Left Actors Emotionally Shattered

It was the filming of a 26/11 scene that showed Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, and other actors celebrating the moment.

Well, it was indeed their antagonistic roles that required them to portray those emotions. Only Ranveer Singh, who plays the protagonist, was shown in a shocked expression.

However, according to co-star R. Madhavan, the actors got really disturbed and emotionally shattered for that Mumbai terror attack scene.

Akshaye and Arjun Broke Down Completely, Reveals R. Madhavan

During a recent conversation with the journalist Sonia Shenoy, R. Madhavan, one of the actors in the blockbuster movie Dhurandhar, revealed that the scene of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack left Akshaye Khanna and Arjun Rampal emotionally disturbed, even though they played antagonist characters in the film.

The moment came when the camera stopped rolling after that harrowing scene. Recalling the moment, Madhavan said, they cried uncontrollably, which was evident in the fact that defined the cast's emotional investment rather than displaying weakness.

Even though the role was scripted, both Akshaye and Arjun, who play Pakistani characters, Rehman Dakait and Major Iqbal, who are seen celebrating the aftermath of the Mumbai attack, were deeply affected. Those were the priceless emotions that could not be overlooked.

Dhurandhar is one of Akshaye Khanna’s top movies, which marked his gripping return after Chhava.

Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar, which released on December 5, 2025, is the biggest commercial hit film, giving actors like Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal a new edge.

Based on real events, this espionage thriller gathered mass attention and is still loved on Netflix.

Brief About Action Blockbuster Dhurandhar

Dhurandhar is a film that revolves around an Indian intelligence operative embedded in Karachi’s criminal underworld.

It attempts to break the terror network that poses a threat to national security. This is done with the help of Mission Dhurandhar.

The film introduces Ranveer Singh as Hamza Ali Mazari, a man sent to Lyari by intelligence handlers for an undercover mission.

There, he joins the group of Rehman Dakait, played by Akshaye Khanna. He uses a carefully planned strategy to avoid detection, enabling him to navigate dangerous situations.

The rest you have known after watching the film.

His character is said to be the fictionalised version of the late Major Mohit Sharma. The scenes are filled with violence, per the script's demands.

What To Expect in the Dhurandhar Sequel?

After the colossal success of Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar, now its sequel will carry the remaining story to watch on March 19, 2026, the slated release date.

Aditya will return as writer-director of the film, and this time the franchise is expected to attract more viewers.

It will stretch the story of Hamza Ali Mazari and how he fulfils his mission in dismantling the terror networks as a revenge for the 26/11 attacks.

The movie will be released in multiple languages.

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