In the high-stakes world of Indian spy thrillers, where every frame pulses with tension and every alliance is tested, Arjun Rampal’s latest outing as ISI officer Major Iqbal in Dhurandhar has landed big. Released on December 5, 2025, the Aditya Dhar–directed espionage saga has opened strongly at the box office and is riding a wave of glowing word-of-mouth. Amid the cheers, Rampal took to social media with a heartfelt note, underscoring that true victory belongs to the team. “Couldn’t have done it alone” was the spirit of his message as he showered praise on his co-stars and crew in a post that quickly went viral for its raw gratitude.
The Emotional Overflow: Gratitude in the Afterglow
Rampal’s Instagram note, shared along with behind-the-scenes stills, began with disbelief and thanks: “Ladies & Gentlemen, we were not ready for this. “Thank you, thank you, thank you… for this incredible love, support, and acceptance you have given #dhurandhar,” he wrote. Calling Dhurandhar “the vision and passion of one man,” he reserved his deepest bow for director Aditya Dhar—affectionately “Boiya” (Kashmiri for brother). Rampal praised Dhar’s “level of research, the depth in all characters [and] the creation of each character from their look to their attitudes,” before adding that the filmmaker “soaked up all the pressure while filming and never had a bad day… Thank you, Boiya. Love you.”
For an actor long associated with intense turns in films like Raajneeti, Rock On!!, and Daddy, the unabashed softness of the message stood out—less aloof star, more grateful collaborator.
From Set Struggles to Shared Glory
The note also capped a promotional run that repeatedly foregrounded camaraderie. At the film’s trailer launch in November, Ranveer Singh had memorably called Rampal “one of the best-looking men on earth,” while also raving about how menacing he was as a Zia-ul-Haq–inspired extremist. On his part, Rampal has often spoken about the physically and emotionally demanding shoot, which took the ensemble through recreated Karachi alleyways and tense, dialogue-heavy stand-offs set against Lyari’s gang wars.
Dhurandhar itself blends covert R&AW operations with the brutality of Karachi’s underworld, giving Rampal’s Major Iqbal a dual edge—smooth charmer and cold operator. For him, the film’s reception feels like vindication for years of choosing darker, layered roles over easy crowd-pleasers.
Fan Frenzy: A Triumph That Unites
On social media, #Dhurandhar has been trending since opening day, with Twitter reviews hailing the film as “paisa vasool” and calling Ranveer Singh a “beast” while singling out Rampal, Akshaye Khanna, and Sanjay Dutt for their performances. Fans praised Rampal’s post as “pure class,” with one comment summing up the mood: “Real stars uplift the squad.”
As Dhurandhar continues its theatrical run—with a Netflix debut lined up after its big-screen stint—Rampal’s words linger as a reminder that even in an industry obsessed with solo stardom, the biggest spy wins are still team missions.
In a business full of lone-wolf narratives, Arjun Rampal’s ode to his pack stands out: Dhurandhar isn’t just a hit; it’s a case study in how collaboration quietly powers cinema’s loudest triumphs.
– By Manoj H