Iqbal

Dhurandhar is a ‘sinister film’, says Dhadak 2 director Shazia Iqbal: ‘Inciting hate and violence is in its DNA’

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Filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar earned widespread acclaim from audiences and industry insiders alike, but also drew criticism for its political undertones. While several filmmakers and actors have praised the spy thriller for its scale and craft, Dhadak 2 director Shazia Iqbal has strongly criticised the film, calling it “sinister” and accusing it of inciting hate … Read more

Dhadak 2 director Shazia Iqbal makes her Instagram private amid backlash for calling Dhurandhar a ‘sinister film’

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Filmmaker Shazia Iqbal found herself in the centre of controversy after she candidly shared her review for Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar. After the Ranveer Singh-starrer’s Netflix release, the Dhadak 2 director called the film ‘sinister’ on her Instagram stories without naming it. However, the internet put two and two together and criticised her for her stance. … Read more