“Dhurandhar”: Casting Director Mukesh Chhabra Shares Emotional Moment with Rakesh Bedi Post-Film Success; Recalls Bedi’s 49-Year Journey in the Industry

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Rakesh Bedi’s Emotional Reaction to ‘Dhurandhar’

The performances of every actor in Aditya Dhar‘s ‘Dhurandhar’ are being praised by audiences. Amid the buzz around the film’s box office success, veteran actor Rakesh Bedi, who portrays Jameel Jamali, was visibly moved by the film’s achievement. Casting director Mukesh Chhabra shared insights about Bedi’s reaction to the film’s success.

Mukesh Chhabra Shares Insight on Rakesh Bedi’s Reaction

In an interview with India Today, Mukesh Chhabra revealed the touching moment he experienced with Rakesh Bedi at his office. He reported that Bedi expressed, “I’ve been working for 49 years, but I’ve never felt like a star the way I do now,” adding that the actor had tears in his eyes during this heartfelt exchange.

Character Overview: Jameel Jamali

Rakesh Bedi plays the role of Jameel Jamali, a Karachi politician who is portrayed as a mentor to Akshaye Khanna’s character, Rehman Dakait. The storyline follows Ranveer Singh’s Hamza, an Indian spy who persuades Jamali to ally with him for political and personal advantages. Bedi’s performance has garnered acclaim for its depth and complexity. He stated in a conversation with Moneycontrol that what audiences saw in Part One is just a preview, teasing a much larger role in the upcoming second installment.

Overview of ‘Dhurandhar’

‘Dhurandhar’, directed by Aditya Dhar, has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing Rs 1167 crore at the global box office, making it the sixth highest-grossing Indian film of all time. Even in its fourth week, the film continues to perform strongly, grossing over Rs 740 crore in India alone. The star-studded cast includes Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, and R Madhavan. The film was released in theaters on December 5, 2025, and fans eagerly anticipate the second installment set to hit theaters on March 19, 2026.

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