Karti Chidambaram has addressed online speculation suggesting that a scene in Dhurandhar was inspired by him and his father, former Union minister P. Chidambaram. The controversy revolves around a sequence in the film that depicts a fictional politician and his son allegedly involved in a counterfeit currency racket. Following the film’s release, several social media users began drawing parallels between the storyline and past allegations involving the Chidambaram family.
Karti Chidambaram breaks silence on the Dhurandhar controversy
Responding to the buzz during a podcast interaction with ANI, Karti clarified that he has not even watched the nearly three hour Hindi film yet. With a touch of humour, he remarked, “No. I have been told that I have a cameo there. But it’s in Hindi… maybe on my multiple flights, I’ll watch it.” He jokingly added that if there truly was a cameo based on him, the makers could at least have consulted him about casting choices. When asked who he would prefer to play him and his father, he quipped that Hollywood actors like Pierce Brosnan and Michael Caine would be suitable picks.
On a more serious note, Karti dismissed the speculation as a confusing mix of “fact, fiction and WhatsApp forwards.” He questioned the basis of the assumptions being circulated online, stating that if any such events had actually taken place, there would be official records to substantiate them. He pointed out how social media narratives often blur the lines between verified information and creative storytelling, making it easy for rumours to gain traction.
All about the scene
In the film, the contentious scene reportedly shows an intelligence officer uncovering a counterfeit currency operation linked to an unnamed Union minister and his son. Although no real individuals are mentioned, the sequence has fuelled debate and discussion across platforms.
By responding with a blend of wit and scepticism, Karti Chidambaram sought to distance himself from the fictional narrative and underline the dangers of drawing conclusions based on cinematic storytelling.
Starring Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sara Arjun, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan, Rakesh Bedi, and others, Dhurandhar was released in theaters on December 5 of last year. On March 19, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the sequel, will be shown in theaters.