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Marketing chief Varun Gupta explains Ranveer Singh's absence from Dhurandhar promotions
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 22 Oct 2026, 03:59 AM
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Varun Gupta, head of marketing for the film Dhurandhar, disclosed why lead actor Ranveer Singh did not take part in the film's promotional activities and noted director Aditya Dhar's calm response to pre‑release criticism.
Varun Gupta, who heads the marketing team for the upcoming Bollywood film Dhurandhar, told reporters that lead actor Ranveer Singh was unable to join the film's promotional circuit. Gupta said Singh's schedule and prior commitments prevented him from participating in press tours and media events scheduled for the film's launch.
The marketing chief also recalled that director Aditya Dhar maintained a composed demeanor when the film faced criticism in the weeks leading up to its release. According to Gupta, Dhar addressed the concerns without reacting emotionally, focusing instead on the film's creative vision.
Gupta's comments come as the film prepares for its theatrical debut, with the promotional strategy now relying on other cast members and digital outreach to generate audience interest.
The clarification aims to manage public expectations and provide transparency about the promotional plan, while highlighting the director's steady leadership amid early scrutiny.
Industry observers note that such statements are common when star-driven promotions shift, and they will watch how the revised campaign impacts Dhurandhar's opening performance.
The marketing chief also recalled that director Aditya Dhar maintained a composed demeanor when the film faced criticism in the weeks leading up to its release. According to Gupta, Dhar addressed the concerns without reacting emotionally, focusing instead on the film's creative vision.
Gupta's comments come as the film prepares for its theatrical debut, with the promotional strategy now relying on other cast members and digital outreach to generate audience interest.
The clarification aims to manage public expectations and provide transparency about the promotional plan, while highlighting the director's steady leadership amid early scrutiny.
Industry observers note that such statements are common when star-driven promotions shift, and they will watch how the revised campaign impacts Dhurandhar's opening performance.