The buzz surrounding Aditya Dhar’s high-octane sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, has reached a fever pitch following an explosive casting leak. A brief listing on the social film-tracking platform Letterboxd has linked Bollywood star Emraan Hashmi to the mysterious and much-anticipated role of ‘Bade Sahab’. While the name was quickly removed, the “spoiler” has already ignited theories across Reddit and X (formerly Twitter), suggesting Hashmi will be the primary antagonist facing off against Ranveer Singh’s Hamza.
As one of the most awaited Indian films of 2026, Dhurandhar 2 picks up after the massive success of the first installment, which grossed over ₹1,300 crore worldwide. The shadowy figure of ‘Bade Sahab’ was teased throughout the original film, with fans speculating whether the character is inspired by real-life figures like Dawood Ibrahim. If the leaks hold true, Hashmi—who recently garnered praise for his performance in Haq—will portray this “unseen power” in a high-stakes confrontation during the film’s climax.
The sequel, slated for a theatrical release on March 19, 2026, features a massive ensemble cast. Returning stars include Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal (as Major Iqbal), R. Madhavan, and Sanjay Dutt. Joining the fray alongside the rumored Hashmi are:
- Yami Gautam: Confirmed for a pivotal cameo that reportedly bridges Aditya Dhar’s cinematic universe.
- Raj Zutshi: Rumored to portray a senior Pakistani general.
- Danish Iqbal: Listed in some reports as portraying the character of Dawood Ibrahim, leading fans to believe ‘Bade Sahab’ is a different, even more powerful entity.
The film is entering its final stages of post-production, with Ranveer Singh recently wrapping up his dubbing sessions. To maximize its reach, the producers (Jio Studios and B62 Studios) are releasing the movie in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.
However, Dhurandhar 2 faces a monumental box office battle. It is scheduled to clash with Yash’s pan-India actioner Toxic on its opening day. Despite the leak, director Aditya Dhar has maintained a strict “no-spoiler” policy, with the official trailer expected to drop around March 5, 2026, to clear the air on the ‘Bade Sahab’ mystery.
Key Highlights:
- Casting Leak: A Letterboxd listing briefly included Emraan Hashmi in the cast, leading to widespread speculation that he plays the villainous ‘Bade Sahab’.
- Highly Anticipated Sequel: Dhurandhar: The Revenge follows the ₹1,300 crore success of the first film, with Ranveer Singh returning as Hamza for a mission in Lyari.
- Release Date: The film is set to hit theaters on March 19, 2026, coinciding with Eid and clashing with Yash’s Toxic.
- Expanding Universe: The movie features a massive ensemble and a confirmed cameo by Yami Gautam, further fueling the “Aditya Dhar Spy Universe” rumors.