Dhurandhar 2 (Dhurandhar: The Revenge) released on March 19. It set several box office records with strong collections. Critics and audiences have started comparing the first part with the sequel. Here’s a detailed comparison between Dhurandhar 1 and Dhurandhar 2.
Story of Dhurandhar Part 1
Dhurandhar Part 1 follows Hamza Ali Mazari, who arrives in Lyari, Karachi. He joins a crime syndicate and becomes a key henchman for Rahman Dakait. The film reveals that Hamza is actually Jaskirat Singh Rangi, an undercover Indian intelligence agent on a mission to dismantle the criminal and terror network. The film ends with Hamza killing Rahman Dakait while making it look like an attack by someone else.
Story of Dhurandhar Part 2
Dhurandhar: The Revenge delves into the past of Jaskirat Rangi, who was set to join the Indian Army but was forced into a violent path due to the injustice his family faced. He becomes a R&AW agent under Ajay Sanyal, director of the Intelligence Bureau. After successfully killing Rahman Dakait, Jaskirat takes his place and sets out to finish all terrorists responsible for attacks like the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
Key Differences Between the Two Parts
The first part focuses more on Hamza’s infiltration and his rise within the Karachi underworld. Dhurandhar 2, on the other hand, focuses on his emotional backstory, the execution of his plans after Dakait’s death, and his ultimate revenge mission against Major Iqbal.
Violence is more excessive in the second part, but the narrative justifies it through Jaskirat Rangi’s backstory and the stakes involved.
Political References
The first part is subtle in its political commentary, hardly mentioning real names but hinting strongly. The second part blends real incidents into the narrative, including the 2014 election and Narendra Modi’s win as a narrative anchor. There’s also a dedicated sequence on the 2016 demonetization, shown as a masterstroke to stop fake currency.
The Antagonists
Dhurandhar had Rahman Dakait as the main villain, portrayed as flamboyant and dominant. His character arc shows his evolution from survival in a criminal system to becoming power-hungry and involved in terrorist activities. Rahman Dakait is ruthless and lets nothing stand in the way of his ego.
Major Iqbal in the second part is introduced as equally evil and ruthless, with burning hatred for Indians. He also has a family angle where his abusive father fuels his violent nature. While Iqbal is shown as a meticulous planner and ruthless hunter, he lacks the dominant impact of Rahman Dakait.
Emotional Impact
Dhurandhar 2 is emotionally stronger. The backstory of Jaskirat Rangi, his love track with Yalina, his friendship with Alam Bhai, and the way he’s caught between his past and future at the climax work powerfully. The revenge-seeking scenes with Major Iqbal and his gang add to the emotional weight.
Music Comparison
The songs in Dhurandhar Part 1 — both original and reused tracks — were sensational. The title track and the “Fa9la” or “Fasla” song used during Rahman Dakait’s entry to Balochistan became massive hits.
Compared to that, Dhurandhar: The Revenge hasn’t reached the same craze levels, but songs like “Aari Aari,” “Main Aur Tu,” the emotional version of “Gehra Hua,” and “Phir Se Naina Bhare” carry the emotional core of Jaskirat Rangi’s character effectively.
Climax
Part 1’s climax ends on a high note with Hamza/Jaskirat killing Rahman Dakait tactically, making it look like deceit according to the story’s needs.
Part 2’s climax goes full throttle with high-octane action and emotions. It’s the final chapter in the lead’s mission, where he must kill Major Iqbal at any cost. The personal stakes of Hamza/Jaskirat add emotional depth to the ending.
Which One is Better?
The sequel is more intense and action-heavy, while the original is more balanced. The sequel has superior emotional depth and provides many high moments. Which film is better is subjective. Both have received equal love from audiences. As far as box office collections are concerned, Dhurandhar: The Revenge is all set to cross its predecessor.